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VELAR

/ˈveɪlə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

V 4/5
E 1/1
L 1/2
A 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of VELAR

noun

A sound articulated at the soft palate

adjective

Articulated at the velum or soft palate.

adjective

Referring to a veil or velum.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is VELAR a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: VELAR uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for VELAR

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

Letter velar Total
Scrabble 41111 8
WWF 51211 10

Anagrams of VELAR

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use VELAR in Word Games

VELAR is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, VELAR 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 VELAR to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About VELAR

What does VELAR mean?
VELAR is a noun. A sound articulated at the soft palate
Is VELAR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, VELAR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is VELAR worth in Scrabble?
VELAR is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from VELAR?
You can make 38 words from the letters in VELAR. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of VELAR?
The anagrams of VELAR (words using the exact same letters) are: LAVER, RAVEL. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.