Pencil
Yes, pencil is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
What does pencil mean?
noun
- a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
- graphite (or a similar substance) used in such a way as to be a medium of communication
the words were scribbled in pencil
- a figure formed by a set of straight lines or light rays meeting at a point
verb
- write, draw, or trace with a pencil
he penciled a figure
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 10 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of pencil
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PENCIL.
Words you can make from pencil
Frequently asked questions
Is pencil a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pencil 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 pencil worth in Scrabble?
Pencil is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pencil mean?
Pencil means: a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood.