ALOES
/ˈæ.ləʊz/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of ALOES
(in the plural) The resins of the tree Aquilaria malaccensis (syn. Aquilaria agallocha), known for their fragrant aroma, produced after infection by the fungus Phialophora parasitica.
A plant of the genus Aloe.
A strong, bitter drink made from the juice of such plants, used as a purgative.
The resin of the trees or Aquilaria malaccensis (syn. Aquilaria agallocha), known for their fragrant odour.
The wood of the agalloch.
Word Details
Is ALOES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ALOES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ALOES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ALOES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | l | o | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ALOES
46 words from the letters in ALOES
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use ALOES in Word Games
ALOES is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ALOES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ALOES to find 46 additional valid words.