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PICKUP

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

P 3/4
I 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5
U 1/2
P 3/4

Definition of PICKUP

noun

An electronic device for detecting sound, vibration, etc., such as one fitted to an electric guitar or record player.

noun

A pickup truck.

noun

(usually attributive) Impromptu or ad hoc, especially of sports games and teams made up of randomly selected players.

"At lunch we had a game of pickup hockey."

Examples of PICKUP in a Sentence

  • "At lunch we had a game of pickup hockey."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
20
points

Is PICKUP a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

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

Letter Values for PICKUP

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

Letter pickup Total
Scrabble 313513 16
WWF 414524 20

How to Use PICKUP in Word Games

PICKUP is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PICKUP 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 PICKUP to find 13 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PICKUP

What does PICKUP mean?
PICKUP is a noun. An electronic device for detecting sound, vibration, etc., such as one fitted to an electric guitar or record player.
Is PICKUP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PICKUP is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PICKUP worth in Scrabble?
PICKUP is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PICKUP?
You can make 13 words from the letters in PICKUP. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.