BODES
/bəʊdz/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of BODES
An omen; a foreshadowing.
To indicate by signs, as future events; to be an omen of; to portend or foretell.
(followed by "well", "ill", "no good", etc.) To betoken or augur something good or bad that will happen in the future.
A bid; an offer.
A messenger; a herald.
A stop; a halting; delay.
Word Details
Is BODES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BODES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BODES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BODES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | o | d | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BODES
41 words from the letters in BODES
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BODES in Word Games
BODES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BODES 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 BODES to find 41 additional valid words.