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TAPER

5 letters · 2 syllables

T 1/1
A 1/1
P 3/4
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of TAPER

TAPER is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 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
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is TAPER a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for TAPER

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

Letter taper Total
Scrabble 11311 7
WWF 11411 8

Anagrams of TAPER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use TAPER in Word Games

TAPER is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TAPER 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 TAPER to find 60 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TAPER

What does TAPER mean?
TAPER is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is TAPER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TAPER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TAPER worth in Scrabble?
TAPER is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TAPER?
You can make 60 words from the letters in TAPER. 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 TAPER?
The anagrams of TAPER (words using the exact same letters) are: APERT, APTER, PATER, PEART, PRATE, TRAPE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.