Leech
Yes, leech is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.
What does leech mean?
noun
- carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end
- a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
verb
- draw blood
In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for leech
Word facts
| Letters | 5 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 10 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
| Likely Wordle answer | Yes |
Anagrams of leech
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LEECH.
Words you can make from leech
Frequently asked questions
Is leech a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Leech 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 leech worth in Scrabble?
Leech is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does leech mean?
Leech means: carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end.
Could leech be a Wordle answer?
Leech is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.