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SLIPPERED

9-letter verb (past tense) • 14 Scrabble points • 17 WWF points

s1
l1
i1
p3
p3
e1
r1
e1
d2
9
Letters
3
Vowels
6
Consonants
14
Scrabble
17
WWF
1
Anagrams

Definition of SLIPPERED

SLIPPERED is a valid 9-letter English verb (past tense) recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 14 points in Scrabble and 17 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: P (appearing 2 times), E (appearing 2 times). With more consonants than vowels, SLIPPERED helps clear consonant-heavy racks that can otherwise limit your options.

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Verb (past tense)
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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

SLIPPERED 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

p
e
s
l
i
r
d

The 9 letters in SLIPPERED break down into 3 vowels and 6 consonants. Repeated letters: P (×2), E (×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 SLIPPERED is P, worth 3 points. Approximately 56% of the letters in SLIPPERED are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Anagrams of SLIPPERED

These 1 word uses the exact same 9 letters as SLIPPERED, rearranged into a different order. Knowing anagrams is a valuable skill in Scrabble and Words With Friends, as it gives you more options when looking at the same set of letters on your rack.

Words That Rhyme With SLIPPERED

These words share a similar ending pattern with SLIPPERED, ending in -RED. 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 SLIPPERED in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

SLIPPERED is worth 14 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 28 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 42 points. Position the highest-value letter (P = 3 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Note: Since SLIPPERED 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, SLIPPERED scores 17 points. Interestingly, this word scores 3 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 SLIPPERED a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, SLIPPERED is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, SLIPPERED is worth 14 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 17 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in SLIPPERED?

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

How many syllables does SLIPPERED have?

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

What are the anagrams of SLIPPERED?

Words you can make by rearranging all the letters of SLIPPERED include: DISPERPLE. These anagram uses the exact same 9 letters in a different order.

What words rhyme with SLIPPERED?

Words that share a similar ending sound with SLIPPERED include: EXPIRED, INJURED, FEVERED, FAVORED, VAPORED. 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 SLIPPERED?

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

Related 9-Letter Words

These 9-letter words share a similar beginning with SLIPPERED, starting with SL. Exploring related words can expand your vocabulary and give you more options during word games.

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