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UMBRELLA

/ʌmˈbɹɛlə/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

U 1/2
M 3/4
B 3/4
R 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2
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A 1/1

Definition of UMBRELLA

noun

Cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.

"Quick, grab that umbrella before you get rained on!"

noun

Generally, anything that provides protection.

"The fighters provide a defensive air umbrella over the battle group."

noun

Something that covers a wide range of concepts, purposes, groups, etc.

"The test facility was established under the umbrella of the company's quality program."

verb

To cover or protect, as if by an umbrella.

verb

To form the dome shape of an open umbrella.

verb

To move like a jellyfish.

Synonyms of UMBRELLA

Words with similar meaning

Examples of UMBRELLA in a Sentence

  • "Quick, grab that umbrella before you get rained on!"
  • "The fighters provide a defensive air umbrella over the battle group."
  • "The test facility was established under the umbrella of the company's quality program."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
17
points

Is UMBRELLA a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: UMBRELLA uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for UMBRELLA

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

Letter umbrella Total
Scrabble 13311111 12
WWF 24411221 17

Anagrams of UMBRELLA

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in UMBRELLA

100 words from the letters in UMBRELLA

How to Use UMBRELLA in Word Games

UMBRELLA is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About UMBRELLA

What does UMBRELLA mean?
UMBRELLA is a noun. Cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.
Is UMBRELLA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, UMBRELLA is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is UMBRELLA worth in Scrabble?
UMBRELLA is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from UMBRELLA?
You can make 100 words from the letters in UMBRELLA. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of UMBRELLA?
Synonyms of UMBRELLA include: brolly, gamp, parasol, rainshade. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of UMBRELLA?
The anagrams of UMBRELLA (words using the exact same letters) are: UMBELLAR. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.