Is GENTLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GENTLE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 7 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does GENTLE mean?
- adjective
soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
“a gentle reprimand”
- adjective
having or showing a kindly or tender nature
“the gentle touch of her hand”
- adjective
quiet and soothing
“a gentle voice”
- verb
cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
“She managed to mollify the angry customer”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
7
Scrabble
10
Words With Friends
6
Letters
G (2) + E (1) + N (1) + T (1) + L (1) + E (1) = 7 points in Scrabble.
Dictionary status
- Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
- Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
- Words With FriendsListed
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 GENTLE
Single letters that turn GENTLE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from GENTLE
The 34 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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