Word: TIL
โ Valid Scrabble Word
T 1 I 1 L 1
Length 3 letters
Syllables 1
Pronunciation /tหษชl/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 3 pts
WWF Score 4 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 1
Consonants 2
Unique Letters 3
Top Tile T (1 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 TIL
preposition
- Until, till
- ~ to: as far as; down to; up to, until
conjunction
- Until, till
noun
- The sesame plant
- A species of tree in the Lauraceae family, native to Madeira and the Canary Islands; Ocotea foetens.
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 "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "til" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "til" 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 | 3 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 3 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TIL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
TIL is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is TIL worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, TIL is worth 3 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 4 points.
How many syllables are in TIL? โผ
There is 1 syllable in TIL.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TIL:
- # the til effect
- # master of til
- # playing with til
- # in terms of til
Word Family
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