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SNAILS

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
N 1/2
A 1/1
I 1/1
L 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of SNAILS

noun

Any of very many animals (either hermaphroditic or nonhermaphroditic), of the class Gastropoda, having a coiled shell.

noun

(by extension) A slow person; a sluggard.

noun

A spiral cam, or a flat piece of metal of spirally curved outline, used for giving motion to, or changing the position of, another part, as the hammer tail of a striking clock.

verb

To move or travel very slowly.

"The cars were snailing along the motorway during the rush hour."

Synonyms of SNAILS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of SNAILS in a Sentence

  • "The cars were snailing along the motorway during the rush hour."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is SNAILS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for SNAILS

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

Letter snails Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 121121 8

How to Use SNAILS in Word Games

SNAILS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SNAILS 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 SNAILS to find 61 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SNAILS

What does SNAILS mean?
SNAILS is a noun. Any of very many animals (either hermaphroditic or nonhermaphroditic), of the class Gastropoda, having a coiled shell.
Is SNAILS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SNAILS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SNAILS worth in Scrabble?
SNAILS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SNAILS?
You can make 61 words from the letters in SNAILS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SNAILS?
Synonyms of SNAILS include: dodman, hodmandod. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.