RETELLING
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of RETELLING
To tell again, often differently, what one has read or heard; to paraphrase.
A new, changed, or adapted version of a story.
"The new film is a needless retelling of what was already a cinematic classic."
Examples of RETELLING in a Sentence
- "The new film is a needless retelling of what was already a cinematic classic."
Word Details
Is RETELLING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETELLING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETELLING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETELLING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | e | l | l | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETELLING
100 words from the letters in RETELLING
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How to Use RETELLING in Word Games
RETELLING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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