Taper
Yes, taper is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.
What does taper mean?
noun
- a convex shape that narrows toward a point
- the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
- a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
verb
- diminish gradually
Interested tapered off
- give a point to
The candles are tapered
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for taper
Word facts
| Letters | 5 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 7 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
| Likely Wordle answer | Yes |
Anagrams of taper
Words you can make from taper
Frequently asked questions
Is taper a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Taper 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 taper worth in Scrabble?
Taper is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does taper mean?
Taper means: a convex shape that narrows toward a point.
Could taper be a Wordle answer?
Taper is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.