TWANG
/twæŋ/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of TWANG
The sharp, quick sound of a vibrating tight string, for example, of a bow or a musical instrument.
A particular sharp vibrating sound characteristic of electric guitars.
A trace of a regional or foreign accent in someone's voice.
"Despite having lived in Canada for 20 years, he still has that Eastern-European twang in his voice."
To produce or cause to produce a sharp vibrating sound, like a tense string pulled and suddenly let go.
To have a nasal sound.
To have a trace of a regional or foreign accent.
Examples of TWANG in a Sentence
- "Despite having lived in Canada for 20 years, he still has that Eastern-European twang in his voice."
Word Details
Is TWANG a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TWANG is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TWANG uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TWANG
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | w | a | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TWANG
25 words from the letters in TWANG
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use TWANG in Word Games
TWANG is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TWANG 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 TWANG to find 25 additional valid words.