REELS
/ɹiːlz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of REELS
A shaky or unsteady gait.
A lively dance originating in Scotland; also, the music of this dance; often called a Scottish (or Scotch) reel.
A kind of spool, turning on an axis, on which yarn, threads, lines, or the like, are wound.
"a garden reel"
To wind on a reel.
To spin or revolve repeatedly.
To unwind, to bring or acquire something by spinning or winding something else.
"He reeled off some tape from the roll and sealed the package."
Examples of REELS in a Sentence
- "a garden reel"
- "He reeled off some tape from the roll and sealed the package."
Word Details
Is REELS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, REELS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: REELS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for REELS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | e | l | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in REELS
34 words from the letters in REELS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use REELS in Word Games
REELS is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, REELS 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 REELS to find 34 additional valid words.