Is UNWIND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, UNWIND is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 10 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does UNWIND mean?
- verb
reverse the winding or twisting of
“unwind a ball of yarn”
- verb
separate the tangles of
- verb
become less tense, rest, or take one's ease
“He relaxed in the hot tub”
- verb
cause to feel relaxed
“A hot bath always relaxes me”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
10
Scrabble
13
Words With Friends
6
Letters
U (1) + N (1) + W (4) + I (1) + N (1) + D (2) = 10 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 UNWIND
Single letters that turn UNWIND 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
Words you can make from UNWIND
The 13 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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