TUNNEL
/ˈtʌn(ə)l/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of TUNNEL
An underground or underwater passage.
A passage through or under some obstacle.
A hole in the ground made by an animal, a burrow.
To make a tunnel through or under something; to burrow.
To dig a tunnel.
To transmit something through a tunnel (wrapper for insecure or unsupported protocol).
Word Details
Is TUNNEL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TUNNEL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TUNNEL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TUNNEL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | u | n | n | e | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TUNNEL
29 words from the letters in TUNNEL
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use TUNNEL in Word Games
TUNNEL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TUNNEL 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 TUNNEL to find 29 additional valid words.