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Backpedal

Yes, backpedal is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 20 points in Scrabble.

What does backpedal mean?

verb

  1. pedal backwards on a bicycle
  2. step backwards, in boxing
  3. modify one's opinion, make it less strong

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points20
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of backpedal

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACKPEDAL.

Words you can make from backpedal

Unscramble BACKPEDAL for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is backpedal a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Backpedal 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 backpedal worth in Scrabble?

Backpedal is worth 20 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does backpedal mean?

Backpedal means: pedal backwards on a bicycle.