POINT
/pɔɪnt/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of POINT
A discrete division of something.
A sharp extremity.
One of the several different parts of the escutcheon.
To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.
"It's rude to point at other people."
To draw attention to something or indicate a direction.
"The arrow of a compass points north"
To face in a particular direction.
To appoint.
Examples of POINT in a Sentence
- "It's rude to point at other people."
- "The arrow of a compass points north"
Word Details
Is POINT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, POINT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: POINT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for POINT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | o | i | n | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of POINT
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in POINT
34 words from the letters in POINT
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use POINT in Word Games
POINT is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, POINT 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 POINT to find 34 additional valid words.