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SWELL

5 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
W 4/4
E 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2

Definition of SWELL

SWELL is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 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
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is SWELL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for SWELL

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

Letter swell Total
Scrabble 14111 8
WWF 14122 10

Anagrams of SWELL

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SWELL in Word Games

SWELL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SWELL 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 SWELL to find 19 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SWELL

What does SWELL mean?
SWELL is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SWELL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SWELL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SWELL worth in Scrabble?
SWELL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SWELL?
You can make 19 words from the letters in SWELL. 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 SWELL?
The anagrams of SWELL (words using the exact same letters) are: WELLS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.