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SKEWER

/ˈskjuːə/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

S 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
W 4/4
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of SKEWER

noun

A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.

noun

Food served on a skewer

noun

A scenario in which a piece attacks a more valuable piece which, if it moves aside, reveals a less valuable piece. Compare pin.W

verb

To impale on a skewer.

verb

To attack a piece which has a less valuable piece behind it.

verb

To severely mock or discredit.

adjective

Neither parallel nor at right angles to a certain line; askew.

"a skew arch"

adjective

Of two lines in three-dimensional space: neither intersecting nor parallel.

Examples of SKEWER in a Sentence

  • "a skew arch"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
13
points

Is SKEWER a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

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

Letter Values for SKEWER

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

Letter skewer Total
Scrabble 151411 13
WWF 151411 13

Anagrams of SKEWER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use SKEWER in Word Games

SKEWER is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SKEWER 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 SKEWER to find 53 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SKEWER

What does SKEWER mean?
SKEWER is a noun. A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.
Is SKEWER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SKEWER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SKEWER worth in Scrabble?
SKEWER is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SKEWER?
You can make 53 words from the letters in SKEWER. 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 SKEWER?
The anagrams of SKEWER (words using the exact same letters) are: KREWES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.