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DAMES

/deɪmz/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

D 2/2
A 1/1
M 3/4
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of DAMES

noun

Usually capitalized as Dame: a title equivalent to Sir for a female knight.

"Dame Edith Sitwell"

noun

A matron at a school, especially Eton College.

noun

In traditional pantomime: a melodramatic female often played by a man in drag.

Examples of DAMES in a Sentence

  • "Dame Edith Sitwell"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is DAMES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for DAMES

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

Letter dames Total
Scrabble 21311 8
WWF 21411 9

Anagrams of DAMES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use DAMES in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DAMES 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 DAMES to find 46 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DAMES

What does DAMES mean?
DAMES is a noun. Usually capitalized as Dame: a title equivalent to Sir for a female knight.
Is DAMES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DAMES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DAMES worth in Scrabble?
DAMES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DAMES?
You can make 46 words from the letters in DAMES. 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 DAMES?
The anagrams of DAMES (words using the exact same letters) are: MASED, MEADS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.