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DASHES

/ˈdæʃɪz/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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

Definition of DASHES

noun

Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).

noun

(by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.

noun

A short run, flight.

verb

To run quickly or for a short distance.

"He dashed across the field."

verb

To leave or depart.

"I have to dash now. See you soon."

verb

To destroy by striking (against).

"He dashed the bottle against the bar and turned about to fight."

Examples of DASHES in a Sentence

  • "He dashed across the field."
  • "I have to dash now. See you soon."
  • "He dashed the bottle against the bar and turned about to fight."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
9
points

Is DASHES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for DASHES

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

Letter dashes Total
Scrabble 211411 10
WWF 211311 9

Anagrams of DASHES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use DASHES in Word Games

DASHES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DASHES 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 DASHES to find 69 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DASHES

What does DASHES mean?
DASHES is a noun. Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
Is DASHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DASHES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DASHES worth in Scrabble?
DASHES is worth 10 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 DASHES?
You can make 69 words from the letters in DASHES. 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 DASHES?
The anagrams of DASHES (words using the exact same letters) are: SADHES, SASHED, SHADES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.