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PAYOLA

/peɪˈəʊlə/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

P 3/4
A 1/1
Y 4/3
O 1/1
L 1/2
A 1/1

Definition of PAYOLA

noun

A bribe given in exchange for a favor, such as one given in exchange for the promotion of goods or services (originally one given to a disk jockey to play a record).

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is PAYOLA a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: PAYOLA uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PAYOLA

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

Letter payola Total
Scrabble 314111 11
WWF 413121 12

How to Use PAYOLA in Word Games

PAYOLA is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PAYOLA 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 PAYOLA to find 37 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PAYOLA

What does PAYOLA mean?
PAYOLA is a noun. A bribe given in exchange for a favor, such as one given in exchange for the promotion of goods or services (originally one given to a disk jockey to play a record).
Is PAYOLA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PAYOLA is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PAYOLA worth in Scrabble?
PAYOLA is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PAYOLA?
You can make 37 words from the letters in PAYOLA. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.