SYMBOL
/ˈsɪmbəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SYMBOL
A character or glyph representing an idea, concept or object.
"$ is the symbol for dollars in the US and some other countries."
A thing considered the embodiment of a concept or object.
"The lion is the symbol of courage; the lamb is the symbol of meekness or patience."
A type of noun whereby the form refers to the same entity independently of the context; a symbol arbitrarily denotes a referent. See also icon and index.
To symbolize.
Examples of SYMBOL in a Sentence
- "$ is the symbol for dollars in the US and some other countries."
- "The lion is the symbol of courage; the lamb is the symbol of meekness or patience."
Word Details
Is SYMBOL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SYMBOL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SYMBOL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SYMBOL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | y | m | b | o | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SYMBOL
52 words from the letters in SYMBOL
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SYMBOL in Word Games
SYMBOL is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SYMBOL 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 SYMBOL to find 52 additional valid words.