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Tack

Yes, tack is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.

What does tack mean?

noun

  1. the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails
  2. a short nail with a sharp point and a large head
  3. gear for a horse

verb

  1. fasten with tacks tack the notice on the board
  2. turn into the wind The sailors decided to tack the boat
  3. create by putting components or members together She pieced a quilt

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tack

Word facts

Letters4
Vowels / consonants1 / 3
Scrabble points10
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of tack

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters TACK.

Words you can make from tack

Unscramble TACK for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is tack a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tack 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 tack worth in Scrabble?

Tack is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tack mean?

Tack means: the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails.