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TELEPHONE

/ˈtɛləfəʊn/

9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of TELEPHONE

noun

A telecommunication device (originally mechanical, and now electronic) used for two-way talking with another person (now often shortened to phone).

noun

The game of Chinese whispers.

verb

To (attempt to) contact someone using the telephone.

verb

To convey (a message) by telephoning.

Synonyms of TELEPHONE

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
16
points

Is TELEPHONE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: TELEPHONE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for TELEPHONE

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

Letter telephone Total
Scrabble 111134111 14
WWF 112143121 16

Anagrams of TELEPHONE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in TELEPHONE

100 words from the letters in TELEPHONE

9-letter words

How to Use TELEPHONE in Word Games

TELEPHONE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble TELEPHONE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TELEPHONE

What does TELEPHONE mean?
TELEPHONE is a noun. A telecommunication device (originally mechanical, and now electronic) used for two-way talking with another person (now often shortened to phone).
Is TELEPHONE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TELEPHONE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TELEPHONE worth in Scrabble?
TELEPHONE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from TELEPHONE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in TELEPHONE. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of TELEPHONE?
Synonyms of TELEPHONE include: Ameche, blower, dog and bone, farspeaker, horn, phone. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of TELEPHONE?
The anagrams of TELEPHONE (words using the exact same letters) are: PHENETOLE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.