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CITIES

/ˈsɪtiz/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
I 1/1
T 1/1
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Definition of CITIES

noun

A large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place.

"São Paulo is the largest city in South America."

noun

A settlement granted special status by royal charter or letters patent; traditionally, a settlement with a cathedral regardless of size.

noun

The central business district; downtown.

"I'm going into the city today to do some shopping."

Examples of CITIES in a Sentence

  • "São Paulo is the largest city in South America."
  • "I'm going into the city today to do some shopping."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is CITIES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: CITIES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CITIES

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

Letter cities Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411111 9

Anagrams of CITIES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use CITIES in Word Games

CITIES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CITIES 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 CITIES to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CITIES

What does CITIES mean?
CITIES is a noun. A large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place.
Is CITIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CITIES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CITIES worth in Scrabble?
CITIES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CITIES?
You can make 38 words from the letters in CITIES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of CITIES?
The anagrams of CITIES (words using the exact same letters) are: ICIEST. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.