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SHALL

/ˈʃæl/

5 letters · 1 syllable · verb

S 1/1
H 4/3
A 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2

Definition of SHALL

verb

(modal, auxiliary verb, defective) Used before a verb to indicate the simple future tense in the first person singular or plural.

"I hope that we shall win the game."

verb

Used similarly to indicate determination or obligation in the second and third persons singular or plural.

"(determination): You shall go to the ball!"

verb

Used in questions with the first person singular or plural to suggest a possible future action.

"Let us examine that, shall we?"

Examples of SHALL in a Sentence

  • "I hope that we shall win the game."
  • "(determination): You shall go to the ball!"
  • "Let us examine that, shall we?"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is SHALL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: SHALL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SHALL

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

Letter shall Total
Scrabble 14111 8
WWF 13122 9

Anagrams of SHALL

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHALL in Word Games

SHALL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHALL 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 SHALL to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHALL

What does SHALL mean?
SHALL is a verb. (modal, auxiliary verb, defective) Used before a verb to indicate the simple future tense in the first person singular or plural.
Is SHALL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHALL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHALL worth in Scrabble?
SHALL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHALL?
You can make 23 words from the letters in SHALL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SHALL?
The anagrams of SHALL (words using the exact same letters) are: HALLS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.