URCHIN
6 letters · 2 syllables
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
Is URCHIN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, URCHIN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | u | r | c | h | i | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in URCHIN
33 words from the letters in URCHIN
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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.