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COMMITTAL

9-letter adjective • 15 Scrabble points • 19 WWF points

c3
o1
m3
m3
i1
t1
t1
a1
l1
9
Letters
3
Vowels
6
Consonants
15
Scrabble
19
WWF
0
Anagrams

Definition of COMMITTAL

COMMITTAL is a valid 9-letter English adjective recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 15 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, placing it among the higher-scoring 9-letter words available to players. The word contains 3 vowels and 6 consonants, with repeated letters: M (appearing 2 times), T (appearing 2 times). With more consonants than vowels, COMMITTAL helps clear consonant-heavy racks that can otherwise limit your options.

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Adjective
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Syllables
3 syllables
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Difficulty
Moderate (4/10)
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Unique Letters
7 of 9 letters

COMMITTAL has a word difficulty rating of 4 out of 10, categorized as "Moderate." This rating is calculated based on the rarity of its component letters in everyday English usage. It uses a mix of common and less-common letters, making it a moderate challenge for word game players.

Letter Analysis

m
t
c
o
i
a
l

The 9 letters in COMMITTAL break down into 3 vowels and 6 consonants. Repeated letters: M (×2), T (×2). Having duplicate letters can be both an advantage and a challenge in word games — it limits the variety of letters on your rack but also means fewer unique tiles needed to play this word. The highest-value Scrabble tile in COMMITTAL is C, worth 3 points. Approximately 56% of the letters in COMMITTAL are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Words That Rhyme With COMMITTAL

These words share a similar ending pattern with COMMITTAL, ending in -TAL. Rhyming words are useful for poetry, song lyrics, word games, and creative writing. They can also help you discover words with similar letter patterns.

Using COMMITTAL in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

COMMITTAL is worth 15 base points in Scrabble. This is a high-value word that can significantly impact the game. Aim to place it on a Double Word Score (DWS) for 30 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 45 points. Position the highest-value letter (C = 3 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Note: Since COMMITTAL contains repeated letters, you'll need multiple copies of certain tiles. Standard Scrabble sets include varying quantities of each letter, so check tile distribution before planning this play.

Words With Friends Tips

In Words With Friends, COMMITTAL scores 19 points. Interestingly, this word scores 4 points more in WWF than in Scrabble due to different tile point values. Take advantage of this difference when playing Words With Friends. The Words With Friends board has a different layout of premium squares compared to Scrabble, so look for TW (Triple Word) and TL (Triple Letter) squares specific to the WWF board.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is COMMITTAL a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, COMMITTAL is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, COMMITTAL is worth 15 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 19 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in COMMITTAL?

COMMITTAL contains 9 letters total: 3 vowels and 6 consonants. It uses 7 unique letters with some letters repeated.

How many syllables does COMMITTAL have?

COMMITTAL has approximately 3 syllables. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What words rhyme with COMMITTAL?

Words that share a similar ending sound with COMMITTAL include: QUINTAL, QUITTAL, CRYPTAL, CRYSTAL, CHAETAL. These words end with the same letter pattern, making them useful for word games, poetry, and creative writing.

What words can you make from the letters in COMMITTAL?

You can unscramble the letters in COMMITTAL to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for COMMITTAL to see every possible word you can create from these 9 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 9-Letter Words

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