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TERNE

/ˈtɜː(ɹ)n/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun

T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1

Definition of TERNE

noun

An alloy coating made of lead and tin (or, more recently, zinc and tin) and used to cover steel.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
6
points

Is TERNE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 6 pts

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

Letter Values for TERNE

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

Letter terne Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 11121 6

Anagrams of TERNE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use TERNE in Word Games

TERNE is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TERNE 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 TERNE to find 33 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TERNE

What does TERNE mean?
TERNE is a noun. An alloy coating made of lead and tin (or, more recently, zinc and tin) and used to cover steel.
Is TERNE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TERNE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TERNE worth in Scrabble?
TERNE is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from TERNE?
You can make 33 words from the letters in TERNE. 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 TERNE?
The anagrams of TERNE (words using the exact same letters) are: ENTER, ENTRE, RENTE, TREEN. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.