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Tail

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

What does tail mean?

noun

  1. the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body
  2. the time of the last part of something the fag end of this crisis-ridden century
  3. any projection that resembles the tail of an animal

verb

  1. go after with the intent to catch The policeman chased the mugger down the alley
  2. remove or shorten the tail of an animal
  3. remove the stalk of fruits or berries

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tail

Word facts

Letters4
Vowels / consonants2 / 2
Scrabble points4
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of tail

  • tali
  • lati
  • alit

Words you can make from tail

Unscramble TAIL for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is tail a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tail 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 tail worth in Scrabble?

Tail is worth 4 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tail mean?

Tail means: the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body.