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ARGUS

5 letters · 2 syllables

A 1/1
R 1/1
G 2/3
U 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of ARGUS

ARGUS is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is ARGUS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ARGUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: ARGUS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ARGUS

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter argus Total
Scrabble 11211 6
WWF 11321 8

Anagrams of ARGUS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use ARGUS in Word Games

ARGUS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ARGUS 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 ARGUS to find 36 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ARGUS

What does ARGUS mean?
ARGUS is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is ARGUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ARGUS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ARGUS worth in Scrabble?
ARGUS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ARGUS?
You can make 36 words from the letters in ARGUS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of ARGUS?
The anagrams of ARGUS (words using the exact same letters) are: GAURS, GUARS, SUGAR. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.