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TEL

3 pts

TEL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. TEL means "an ancient mound in the Middle East".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

an ancient mound in the Middle East

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Add one letter after TEL. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

T1
E1
L1
= 3

TEL Scrabble FAQ

Is TEL a Scrabble word?
TEL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points.
How many points is TEL worth in Scrabble?
TEL is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TEL?
TEL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TEL?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes TELA, TELE, TELL, TELS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.