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DACTYL

12 pts

DACTYL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. DACTYL means "a type of metrical foot".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a type of metrical foot

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Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in DACTYL, without blank tiles.

Word forms

Letter Values

D2
A1
C3
T1
Y4
L1
= 12

DACTYL Scrabble FAQ

Is DACTYL a Scrabble word?
DACTYL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
How many points is DACTYL worth in Scrabble?
DACTYL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DACTYL?
DACTYL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DACTYL?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DACTYLI, DACTYLS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.