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RECOIL

6 letters · 2 syllables

R 1/1
E 1/1
C 3/4
O 1/1
I 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of RECOIL

RECOIL is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is RECOIL a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for RECOIL

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

Letter recoil Total
Scrabble 113111 8
WWF 114112 10

Anagrams of RECOIL

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use RECOIL in Word Games

RECOIL 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, RECOIL 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 RECOIL to find 60 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RECOIL

What does RECOIL mean?
RECOIL is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is RECOIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RECOIL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RECOIL worth in Scrabble?
RECOIL 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 RECOIL?
You can make 60 words from the letters in RECOIL. 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 RECOIL?
The anagrams of RECOIL (words using the exact same letters) are: COILER. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.