TRAILS
/tɹeɪlz/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of TRAILS
The track or indication marking the route followed by something that has passed, such as the footprints of animal on land or the contrail of an airplane in the sky.
A route for travel over land, especially a narrow, unpaved pathway for use by hikers, horseback riders, etc.
A trailer broadcast on television for a forthcoming film or programme.
To follow behind (someone or something); to tail (someone or something).
"The hunters trailed their prey deep into the woods."
To drag (something) behind on the ground.
"You'll get your coat all muddy if you trail it around like that."
To leave (a trail of).
"He walked into the house, soaking wet, and trailed water all over the place."
Examples of TRAILS in a Sentence
- "The hunters trailed their prey deep into the woods."
- "You'll get your coat all muddy if you trail it around like that."
- "He walked into the house, soaking wet, and trailed water all over the place."
Word Details
Is TRAILS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TRAILS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TRAILS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TRAILS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | r | a | i | l | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TRAILS
100 words from the letters in TRAILS
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How to Use TRAILS in Word Games
TRAILS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TRAILS 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 TRAILS to find 100 additional valid words.