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SHRILL

/ʃɹɪl/

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective

S 1/1
H 4/3
R 1/1
I 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2

Definition of SHRILL

noun

A shrill sound.

verb

To make a shrill noise.

adjective

High-pitched and piercing.

"The woods rang with shrill cries of the birds."

adjective

Having a shrill voice.

adjective

Sharp or keen to the senses.

Examples of SHRILL in a Sentence

  • "The woods rang with shrill cries of the birds."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is SHRILL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for SHRILL

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

Letter shrill Total
Scrabble 141111 9
WWF 131122 10

How to Use SHRILL in Word Games

SHRILL is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHRILL 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 SHRILL to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHRILL

What does SHRILL mean?
SHRILL is a noun. A shrill sound.
Is SHRILL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHRILL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHRILL worth in Scrabble?
SHRILL is worth 9 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 SHRILL?
You can make 22 words from the letters in SHRILL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.