BELLS
/bɛlz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of BELLS
A percussive instrument made of metal or other hard material, typically but not always in the shape of an inverted cup with a flared rim, which resonates when struck.
The sounding of a bell as a signal.
A telephone call.
"I’ll give you a bell later."
To attach a bell to.
"Who will bell the cat?"
To shape so that it flares out like a bell.
"to bell a tube"
To telephone.
The bellow or bay of certain animals, such as a hound on the hunt or a stag in rut.
To bellow or roar.
Examples of BELLS in a Sentence
- "I’ll give you a bell later."
- "Who will bell the cat?"
- "to bell a tube"
Word Details
Is BELLS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BELLS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BELLS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BELLS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | e | l | l | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BELLS
17 words from the letters in BELLS
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use BELLS in Word Games
BELLS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BELLS 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 BELLS to find 17 additional valid words.