WIDOW
5-letter word · 12 Scrabble points · alphagram DIOWW
Length
5
Scrabble score
12
Alphagram
DIOWW
Anagrams
0
Letter counts: D×1, I×1, O×1, W×2
About WIDOW
WIDOW is a valid 5-letter English word in our word-game dictionary. Word detail pages like this one help you evaluate spelling, scoring potential, and related vocabulary before you play Scrabble, Words with Friends, crosswords, or anagram puzzles.
In standard Scrabble scoring, WIDOW is worth 12 points as a raw tile total. That figure adds each letter's face value — common vowels and consonants such as A, E, R, and T are worth 1 point, while premium letters like Q and Z are worth 10. Board multipliers (double letter, triple word, and so on) are applied only during actual gameplay; this page shows the base score so you can compare words fairly.
WIDOW begins with W and ends with W. Its alphagram DIOWW is the sorted signature of its letters, which makes it easy to spot anagram families at a glance. No other words in this dictionary rearrange into the same letter set.
Letter composition matters in word games. WIDOW includes 2 vowels and 3 consonants. It uses mostly common tiles, which often makes it easier to play from a mixed rack.
Use the related lists below to explore words of similar length, shared endings, or repeating letter pairs. Each link opens another dictionary entry or curated list so you can build vocabulary around WIDOW instead of memorizing isolated answers.
For active rack solving, paste your tiles into the Word Unscrambler or describe a board constraint in the Pattern Finder. If you only need a quick score check for WIDOW or a longer phrase, the Scrabble Score Calculator breaks down every letter value on the spot.
Word game usage
WIDOW is included in our playable English dictionary used by the Word Unscrambler, Pattern Finder, and Scrabble Score Calculator. It is suitable for study in anagram puzzles, crosswords, and casual Scrabble or Words with Friends practice. Official tournament lists may differ slightly, so treat this page as a strong reference rather than a tournament ruling.
Example study paths: compare WIDOW's 12-point raw score against other 5-letter words, drill anagram families when you need a unique play, or filter the Pattern Finder by letters thatWIDOW contains to mimic board constraints.
WIDOW has no other anagrams in this dictionary.
Related 5-letter words
Words starting with W
Words ending with W
Key letter pairs in WIDOW
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Scrabble score of WIDOW?
- WIDOW scores 12 points using standard Scrabble letter values before any board multipliers. That raw tile sum is useful for comparing words of the same length during study or casual play.
- Can WIDOW be used in Scrabble or Words with Friends?
- WIDOW appears in our word-game dictionary, which focuses on playable English words rather than proper nouns or abbreviations. Most results are valid in Scrabble and Words with Friends, though official lists differ slightly between publishers.
- Does WIDOW have anagrams?
- WIDOW has no other anagrams in this dictionary. That often makes it a stable play when you need a specific ending or vowel pattern on the board.
- How many letters are in WIDOW?
- WIDOW contains 5 letters. Its alphagram — the sorted letter signature — is DIOWW, which helps identify anagram families quickly.
- How can I unscramble letters to find WIDOW?
- Open the Anagram Solver or Word Unscrambler, enter the letters from your rack (use ? for blank tiles), and filter by 5-letter words or by letters that WIDOW contains. You can also use the Pattern Finder for starts-with, ends-with, or contains filters.