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Word: REDTAIL

✓ Valid Scrabble Word
R 1 E 1 D 2 T 1 A 1 I 1 L 1
Length 7 letters
Syllables 2
Pronunciation /reˈdtæɪl/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 8 pts
WWF Score 9 pts

📊 Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 3
Consonants 4
Unique Letters 7
Top Tile D (2 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Expert
Spelling Pitfalls None detected. This word has standard phonetics.
Board Strategy This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

Definition of REDTAIL

No definition found for REDTAIL in the public dictionary database. However, this is a fully verified, valid Scrabble word.

Phonetic & Syllables

Rough Pronunciation: /reˈdtæɪl/

Syllables: 2

Difficulty Level: Expert

Spelling Pitfalls

None detected. This word has standard phonetics.

Board Strategy & Placement Advice

This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

📜 Word Pattern Notes

Often originates from the Latin prefix "re-", expressing intensive action, repetition, or backward motion.

🗣️ Example Sentences

  • "In professional circles, using the word "redtail" conveys a high level of precision."
  • "She described the concept as somewhat "redtail", surprising the rest of the board members."

💡 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!

🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips

This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.

Dictionary Validity

Dictionary Lexicon Status Base Value
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) ✓ Valid 8 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) ✓ Valid 8 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) ✓ Valid 9 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is REDTAIL a valid Scrabble word?
REDTAIL is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is REDTAIL worth in Scrabble?
In Scrabble, REDTAIL is worth 8 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 9 points.
How many syllables are in REDTAIL?
There are 2 syllables in REDTAIL.

🔗 Common Phrases & Idioms

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

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