CLAPS
/klæps/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CLAPS
The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together.
"He summoned the waiter with a clap."
The explosive sound of thunder.
Any loud, sudden, explosive sound made by striking hard surfaces together, or resembling such a sound.
"Off in the distance, he heard the clap of thunder."
To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.
"The children began to clap in time with the music."
To applaud.
"It isn’t the singers they are clapping; it's the composer."
To slap with the hand in a jovial manner.
"He would often clap his teammates on the back for encouragement."
(with "the") Gonorrhea.
Examples of CLAPS in a Sentence
- "He summoned the waiter with a clap."
- "Off in the distance, he heard the clap of thunder."
- "The children began to clap in time with the music."
- "It isn’t the singers they are clapping; it's the composer."
Word Details
Is CLAPS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CLAPS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CLAPS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CLAPS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | l | a | p | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CLAPS
33 words from the letters in CLAPS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CLAPS in Word Games
CLAPS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CLAPS 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 CLAPS to find 33 additional valid words.