ANTES
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of ANTES
A price or cost, as in up the ante.
In poker and other games, the contribution made by all players to the pot before dealing the cards.
To pay the ante in poker. Often used as ante up.
To make an investment in money, effort, or time before knowing one's chances.
Word Details
Is ANTES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ANTES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ANTES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ANTES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | n | t | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Anagrams of ANTES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ANTES
68 words from the letters in ANTES
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How to Use ANTES in Word Games
ANTES 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, ANTES 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 ANTES to find 68 additional valid words.