Is DONGLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DONGLE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does DONGLE mean?
- noun
(computer science) an electronic device that must be attached to a computer in order for it to use protected software
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
- Scrabble
- 8
- Words With Friends
- n/a
- Letters
- 6
D (2) + O (1) + N (1) + G (2) + L (1) + E (1) = 8 points in Scrabble.
Dictionary status
- Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
- Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
- Words With FriendsNot listed
Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.
Hooks for DONGLE
Single letters that turn DONGLE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Front hooks0
None. Nothing can be added to the front.
Back hooks1
Anagrams of DONGLE
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from DONGLE
The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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