BOOKS
/bʊks/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of BOOKS
A collection of sheets of paper bound together to hinge at one edge, containing printed or written material, pictures, etc.
"He was frustrated because he couldn't find anything about dinosaurs in the book."
A long work fit for publication, typically prose, such as a novel or textbook, and typically published as such a bound collection of sheets, but now sometimes electronically as an e-book.
"I have three copies of his first book."
A major division of a long work.
"Genesis is the first book of the Bible."
To reserve (something) for future use.
"I can book tickets for the concert next week."
To write down, to register or record in a book or as in a book.
"They booked that message from the hill"
(law enforcement) To record the name and other details of a suspected offender and the offence for later judicial action.
"The police booked him for driving too fast."
Examples of BOOKS in a Sentence
- "He was frustrated because he couldn't find anything about dinosaurs in the book."
- "I have three copies of his first book."
- "Genesis is the first book of the Bible."
- "I can book tickets for the concert next week."
Word Details
Is BOOKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BOOKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BOOKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BOOKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | o | o | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BOOKS
29 words from the letters in BOOKS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use BOOKS in Word Games
BOOKS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BOOKS 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 BOOKS to find 29 additional valid words.