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WHILING

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb

W 4/4
H 4/3
I 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of WHILING

verb

To pass (time) idly.

verb

To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.

verb

To loiter.

Synonyms of WHILING

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
16
points

Is WHILING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of WHILING earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 64 points total.

Letter Values for WHILING

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

Letter whiling Total
Scrabble 4411112 14
WWF 4312123 16

How to Use WHILING in Word Games

WHILING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since WHILING uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 64 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble WHILING to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WHILING

What does WHILING mean?
WHILING is a verb. To pass (time) idly.
Is WHILING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WHILING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WHILING worth in Scrabble?
WHILING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from WHILING?
You can make 22 words from the letters in WHILING. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WHILING?
Synonyms of WHILING include: hang around, linger, idle, laze, lounge. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.