Fail
Yes, fail is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
What does fail mean?
verb
- fail to do something; leave something undone
She failed to notice that her child was no longer in his crib
- be unsuccessful
Where do today's public schools fail?
- disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake
His sense of smell failed him this time
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for fail
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 7 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of fail
- fila
- alif
Words you can make from fail
- fil
- ail
Frequently asked questions
Is fail a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Fail 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 fail worth in Scrabble?
Fail is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does fail mean?
Fail means: fail to do something; leave something undone.