UNCLE
/ˈʌŋ.kəl/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, interjection
Definition of UNCLE
The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
The male cousin of one’s parent.
A companion to one's (usually unmarried) mother.
To address somebody by the term uncle.
To act like, or as, an uncle.
A cry used to indicate surrender.
Word Details
Is UNCLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, UNCLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: UNCLE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for UNCLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | u | n | c | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in UNCLE
15 words from the letters in UNCLE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use UNCLE in Word Games
UNCLE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, UNCLE 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 UNCLE to find 15 additional valid words.