YELLOW
/jɛlə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of YELLOW
The colour of gold, butter, or a lemon; the colour obtained by mixing green and red light, or by subtracting blue from white light.
The intermediate light in a set of three traffic lights, the illumination of which indicates that drivers should stop short of the intersection if it is safe to do so.
One of the colour balls used in snooker, with a value of 2 points.
To become yellow or more yellow.
To make (something) yellow or more yellow.
Having yellow as its colour.
Lacking courage.
Characterized by sensationalism, lurid content, and doubtful accuracy.
Word Details
Is YELLOW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, YELLOW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: YELLOW uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for YELLOW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | y | e | l | l | o | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in YELLOW
35 words from the letters in YELLOW
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use YELLOW in Word Games
YELLOW is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, YELLOW 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 YELLOW to find 35 additional valid words.