BITES
/baɪts/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of BITES
The act of biting.
The wound left behind after having been bitten.
"That snake bite really hurts!"
The swelling of one's skin caused by an insect's mouthparts or sting.
"After just one night in the jungle I was covered with mosquito bites."
To cut into something by clamping the teeth.
"As soon as you bite that sandwich, you'll know how good it is."
To hold something by clamping one's teeth.
To attack with the teeth.
"That dog is about to bite!"
Examples of BITES in a Sentence
- "That snake bite really hurts!"
- "After just one night in the jungle I was covered with mosquito bites."
- "As soon as you bite that sandwich, you'll know how good it is."
- "That dog is about to bite!"
Word Details
Is BITES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BITES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BITES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BITES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | i | t | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BITES
33 words from the letters in BITES
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BITES in Word Games
BITES is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BITES 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 BITES to find 33 additional valid words.