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Word: CABLE

โœ“ Valid Scrabble Word
C 3 A 1 B 3 L 1 E 1
Length 5 letters
Syllables 2
Pronunciation /kหˆรฆble/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 9 pts
WWF Score 12 pts

๐Ÿ“Š Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 2
Consonants 3
Unique Letters 5
Top Tile C (3 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Intermediate
Spelling Pitfalls Has a silent ending "E", which changes the preceding vowel sound but is often forgotten.
Board Strategy A standard word. Use it as a solid filler on your rack to rotate letters.

Definition of CABLE

noun
  1. (material) A long object used to make a physical connection.
  2. (communications) A system for transmitting television or Internet services over a network of coaxial or fibreoptic cables.

    "I tried to watch the movie last night but my cable was out."

  3. A telegram, notably when sent by (submarine) telegraph cable.
verb
  1. To provide with cable(s)
  2. To fasten (as if) with cable(s)
  3. To wrap wires to form a cable

Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.

๐Ÿ“œ Word Pattern Notes

Often formed with the Latin adjectival suffix "-abilis", denoting capability, worthiness, or ability to undergo an action.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences

  • โ€ข "She described the concept as somewhat "cable", surprising the rest of the board members."
  • โ€ข "The referee verified that "cable" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."

๐Ÿ’ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts

This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!

๐ŸŽฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips

Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.

Dictionary Validity

Dictionary Lexicon Status Base Value
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 9 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 9 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) โœ“ Valid 12 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CABLE a valid Scrabble word? โ–ผ
CABLE is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is CABLE worth in Scrabble? โ–ผ
In Scrabble, CABLE is worth 9 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 12 points.
How many syllables are in CABLE? โ–ผ
There are 2 syllables in CABLE.

๐Ÿ”— Common Phrases & Idioms

Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CABLE:

  • # the cable effect
  • # master of cable
  • # playing with cable
  • # in terms of cable

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