CESTUS
/sɛstəs/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of CESTUS
A leather fighting glove, frequently weighted with metal.
A girdle, especially that of Aphrodite (or Venus) which gave the wearer the power to excite love.
Word Details
Is CESTUS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CESTUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CESTUS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CESTUS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | e | s | t | u | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CESTUS
43 words from the letters in CESTUS
6-letter words
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use CESTUS in Word Games
CESTUS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CESTUS 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 CESTUS to find 43 additional valid words.