Word: SKILL
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SKILL
- Capacity to do something well; technique, ability. Skills are usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities, which are often thought of as innate.
- Discrimination; judgment; propriety; reason; cause.
- Knowledge; understanding.
- Great, excellent.
- To set apart; separate.
- To discern; have knowledge or understanding; to know how (to).
- To know; to understand.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "skill" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "skill" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ 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) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SKILL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SKILL worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SKILL? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SKILL:
- # the skill effect
- # master of skill
- # playing with skill
- # in terms of skill
Sub-words
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