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WAILS

8 pts

WAILS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. WAILS is a verb form of wail. WAIL means "to utter a long, mournful cry".

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Definition and meaning

WAILS is a verb form of wail. WAIL means "to utter a long, mournful cry".

In a sentence: "They wails."

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Letter Values

W4
A1
I1
L1
S1
= 8

WAILS Scrabble FAQ

Is WAILS a Scrabble word?
WAILS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does WAILS mean?
WAILS is a verb form of wail. WAIL means "to utter a long, mournful cry".
How do you use WAILS in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They wails."
How many points is WAILS worth in Scrabble?
WAILS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept WAILS?
WAILS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to WAILS?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SWAILS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.