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SHIELD

6 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
H 4/3
I 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2
D 2/2

Definition of SHIELD

SHIELD is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 10 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
1
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
10
points

Is SHIELD a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SHIELD

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

Letter shield Total
Scrabble 141112 10
WWF 131122 10

Anagrams of SHIELD

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHIELD

90 words from the letters in SHIELD

How to Use SHIELD in Word Games

SHIELD is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHIELD 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 SHIELD to find 90 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHIELD

What does SHIELD mean?
SHIELD is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SHIELD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHIELD is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHIELD worth in Scrabble?
SHIELD is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHIELD?
You can make 90 words from the letters in SHIELD. 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 SHIELD?
The anagrams of SHIELD (words using the exact same letters) are: DELISH. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.