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