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CATES

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of CATES

noun

Provisions; food; viands; especially, luxurious food; delicacies; dainties.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is CATES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for CATES

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

Letter cates Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 41111 8

Anagrams of CATES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use CATES in Word Games

CATES 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, CATES 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 CATES to find 52 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CATES

What does CATES mean?
CATES is a noun. Provisions; food; viands; especially, luxurious food; delicacies; dainties.
Is CATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CATES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CATES worth in Scrabble?
CATES is worth 7 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 CATES?
You can make 52 words from the letters in CATES. 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 CATES?
The anagrams of CATES (words using the exact same letters) are: CASTE, CESTA, SCEAT, TACES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.