Semordnilap Validator - semordnilaps.com

⚙️ Semordnilap Validation Tool

Test Your Word Pairs

Use this tool to check if two words form a valid semordnilap pair. A valid semordnilap consists of two different words where one is the exact reverse spelling of the other.

🔍 Word Pair Checker

Enter two words to see if they form a valid semordnilap:

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📚 Educational Purpose

This tool is designed for educational use to help students and enthusiasts understand the structure of semordnilaps. Try some examples:

drawer ⇄ reward
desserts ⇄ stressed
live ⇄ evil
stop ⇄ pots

📋 Understanding Semordnilaps

What makes a valid semordnilap?

Both words must be valid English words - Found in standard dictionaries
Different meanings - The reversed word must have a completely different meaning
Exact reverse spelling - Every letter must be in exact reverse order
Same character set - Only use standard English alphabet (a-z)

Examples of Valid Pairs

drawer ⇄ reward
desserts ⇄ stressed
live ⇄ evil
stop ⇄ pots
diaper ⇄ repaid

What are NOT semordnilaps

Palindromes - Words that read the same forwards and backwards (e.g., "racecar")
Proper nouns - Names of people, places, brands
Abbreviations - Unless they're commonly used as words
Made-up words - Must be found in standard dictionaries

Educational Use

This validator helps students, teachers, and word enthusiasts understand the structure and rules of semordnilaps. Use it to test your knowledge or verify word pairs you discover in your reading.