Word: DAL
โ Valid Scrabble Word
D 2 A 1 L 1
Length 3 letters
Syllables 1
Pronunciation /dหรฆl/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 4 pts
WWF Score 5 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 1
Consonants 2
Unique Letters 3
Top Tile D (2 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Linguistic Level Beginner
Spelling Pitfalls None detected. This word has standard phonetics.
Board Strategy A standard word. Use it as a solid filler on your rack to rotate letters.
Definition of DAL
noun
- Any of many dried husked pulses (legume), including peas, beans and lentils.
- A dish made from lentils, cooked with spices, tomatoes and onions etc.
- A tropical herb with yellow flowers; the pigeon pea.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "dal" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "dal" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก 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!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DAL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
DAL is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is DAL worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, DAL is worth 4 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 5 points.
How many syllables are in DAL? โผ
There is 1 syllable in DAL.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DAL:
- # the dal effect
- # master of dal
- # playing with dal
- # in terms of dal
Word Family
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