Tinsel
Yes, tinsel is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
What does tinsel mean?
noun
- a showy decoration that is basically valueless
all the tinsel of self-promotion
- a thread with glittering metal foil attached
verb
- impart a cheap brightness to
his tinseled image of Hollywood
- adorn with tinsel
snow flakes tinseled the trees
- interweave with tinsel
tinseled velvet
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 6 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of tinsel
Words you can make from tinsel
Frequently asked questions
Is tinsel a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Tinsel 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 tinsel worth in Scrabble?
Tinsel is worth 6 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does tinsel mean?
Tinsel means: a showy decoration that is basically valueless.