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Guideline

Yes, guideline is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.

What does guideline mean?

noun

  1. a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters
  2. a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action the president said he had a road map for normalizing relations with Vietnam
  3. a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for guideline

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants5 / 4
Scrabble points11
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of guideline

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters GUIDELINE.

Words you can make from guideline

Unscramble GUIDELINE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is guideline a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Guideline 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 guideline worth in Scrabble?

Guideline is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does guideline mean?

Guideline means: a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters.