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OTTER

/ˈɒt.ə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of OTTER

noun

An aquatic or marine carnivorous mammal in the subfamily Lutrinae of the family Mustelidae, which also includes weasels, polecats, badgers, and others.

noun

A hairy man with a slender physique, in contrast with a bear, who is more thickset.

noun

Annatto (dye)

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
5
points

Is OTTER a Scrabble Word?

Yes, OTTER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 5 pts

Tip: OTTER uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for OTTER

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter otter Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 11111 5

Anagrams of OTTER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use OTTER in Word Games

OTTER is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, OTTER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OTTER to find 27 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OTTER

What does OTTER mean?
OTTER is a noun. An aquatic or marine carnivorous mammal in the subfamily Lutrinae of the family Mustelidae, which also includes weasels, polecats, badgers, and others.
Is OTTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OTTER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OTTER worth in Scrabble?
OTTER is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from OTTER?
You can make 27 words from the letters in OTTER. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of OTTER?
The anagrams of OTTER (words using the exact same letters) are: ROTTE, TORTE, TOTER. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.