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PISTON

/ˈpɪstən/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

P 3/4
I 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
O 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of PISTON

noun

A solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)

noun

A valve device in some brass instruments for changing the pitch

verb

To move up and down like a piston.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is PISTON a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for PISTON

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

Letter piston Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411112 10

Anagrams of PISTON

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PISTON

97 words from the letters in PISTON

How to Use PISTON in Word Games

PISTON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PISTON 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 PISTON to find 97 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PISTON

What does PISTON mean?
PISTON is a noun. A solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)
Is PISTON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PISTON is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PISTON worth in Scrabble?
PISTON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PISTON?
You can make 97 words from the letters in PISTON. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of PISTON?
The anagrams of PISTON (words using the exact same letters) are: PINOTS, PINTOS, PITONS, POINTS, POSTIN, SPINTO. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.