Alkyl
Yes, alkyl is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.
What does alkyl mean?
noun
- any of a series of univalent groups of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 5 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
| Likely Wordle answer | Yes |
Anagrams of alkyl
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ALKYL.
Words you can make from alkyl
Frequently asked questions
Is alkyl a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Alkyl is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is alkyl worth in Scrabble?
Alkyl is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does alkyl mean?
Alkyl means: any of a series of univalent groups of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons.
Could alkyl be a Wordle answer?
Alkyl is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.