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DIMES

/daɪmz/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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

Definition of DIMES

noun

A coin worth one-tenth of a U.S. dollar.

noun

A coin worth one-tenth of a Canadian dollar.

noun

A small amount of money

"She didn't spend a dime."

Synonyms of DIMES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of DIMES in a Sentence

  • "She didn't spend a dime."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is DIMES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for DIMES

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

Letter dimes Total
Scrabble 21311 8
WWF 21411 9

Anagrams of DIMES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use DIMES in Word Games

DIMES 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, DIMES 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 DIMES to find 39 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DIMES

What does DIMES mean?
DIMES is a noun. A coin worth one-tenth of a U.S. dollar.
Is DIMES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DIMES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DIMES worth in Scrabble?
DIMES 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 DIMES?
You can make 39 words from the letters in DIMES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DIMES?
Synonyms of DIMES include: ten cent piece, grand. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of DIMES?
The anagrams of DIMES (words using the exact same letters) are: DEISM, DISME. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.