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PITFALL

/ˈpɪtfɔːl/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

P 3/4
I 1/1
T 1/1
F 4/4
A 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
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Definition of PITFALL

noun

A potential problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.

"It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself."

noun

A type of trap consisting of a concealed hole in the ground: victims fall into the hole and are unable to escape.

noun

An antipattern.

Synonyms of PITFALL

Words with similar meaning

antipattern dark pattern trap

Examples of PITFALL in a Sentence

  • "It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is PITFALL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of PITFALL earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 62 points total.

Letter Values for PITFALL

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

Letter pitfall Total
Scrabble 3114111 12
WWF 4114122 15

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PITFALL

65 words from the letters in PITFALL

5-letter words

pilaf 10/12 USUKWWF flail 8/10 USUKWWF plait 7/9 USUKWWF

4-letter words

flap 9/11 USUKWWF flip 9/11 USUKWWF alif 7/8 USUKWWF fail 7/8 USUKWWF fila 7/8 USUKWWF fall 7/9 USUKWWF fill 7/9 USUKWWF fiat 7/7 USUKWWF flat 7/8 USUKWWF flit 7/8 USUKWWF lift 7/8 USUKWWF lipa 6/8 UK pail 6/8 USUKWWF pial 6/8 USUKWWF pila 6/8 UK pall 6/9 USUKWWF pill 6/9 USUKWWF pita 6/7 USUKWWF plat 6/8 USWWF alit 4/5 USUKWWF lati 4/5 USUKWWF tail 4/5 USUKWWF tali 4/5 USUKWWF tall 4/6 USUKWWF lilt 4/6 USUKWWF till 4/6 USUKWWF

3-letter words

fil 6/7 USUKWWF aft 6/6 USUKWWF fat 6/6 USUKWWF fit 6/6 USUKWWF pia 5/6 USUKWWF alp 5/7 USUKWWF lap 5/7 USUKWWF pal 5/7 USUKWWF lip 5/7 USUKWWF pli 5/7 UK apt 5/6 USUKWWF pat 5/6 USUKWWF tap 5/6 USUKWWF pit 5/6 USUKWWF tip 5/6 USUKWWF ail 3/4 USUKWWF all 3/5 USUKWWF ill 3/5 USUKWWF ait 3/3 USUKWWF tai 3/3 UK alt 3/4 USWWF lat 3/4 USWWF lit 3/4 USUKWWF til 3/4 USUKWWF

2-letter words

fa 5/5 USUKWWF if 5/5 USUKWWF pa 4/5 USUKWWF pi 4/5 USUKWWF ai 2/2 USUKWWF al 2/3 USWWF la 2/3 USUKWWF li 2/3 USWWF at 2/2 USUKWWF ta 2/2 USUKWWF it 2/2 USUKWWF ti 2/2 USUKWWF

How to Use PITFALL in Word Games

PITFALL is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since PITFALL uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 62 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PITFALL to find 65 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PITFALL

What does PITFALL mean?
PITFALL is a noun. A potential problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
Is PITFALL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PITFALL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PITFALL worth in Scrabble?
PITFALL is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PITFALL?
You can make 65 words from the letters in PITFALL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PITFALL?
Synonyms of PITFALL include: antipattern, dark pattern, trap. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.