WHORL
/wɜː(ɹ)l/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of WHORL
A pattern of concentric circles.
A circle of three or more leaves, flowers, or other organs, about the same part or joint of a stem.
A volution, or turn, of the spire of a univalve shell.
To form a pattern of concentric circles.
Word Details
Is WHORL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WHORL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WHORL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WHORL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | h | o | r | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WHORL
15 words from the letters in WHORL
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use WHORL in Word Games
WHORL is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WHORL 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 WHORL to find 15 additional valid words.