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URCHIN

6 letters · 2 syllables

U 1/2
R 1/1
C 3/4
H 4/3
I 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of URCHIN

URCHIN is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
13
points

Is URCHIN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Tip: URCHIN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for URCHIN

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

Letter urchin Total
Scrabble 113411 11
WWF 214312 13

How to Use URCHIN in Word Games

URCHIN is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, URCHIN 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 URCHIN to find 33 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About URCHIN

What does URCHIN mean?
URCHIN is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is URCHIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, URCHIN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is URCHIN worth in Scrabble?
URCHIN is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from URCHIN?
You can make 33 words from the letters in URCHIN. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.