EEK
/iːk/
3 letters · 1 syllable · verb, interjection, noun, adverb
Definition of EEK
To produce a high-pitched squeal, as in fear or trepidation.
Representing a scream or shriek (especially in comic strips and books).
"Eek! There's a mouse in the bathtub!"
Expressing (sometimes mock) fear or surprise.
"I almost got fired from my job yesterday. Eek!"
Representing the shrill vocal sound of a mouse, rat, or monkey.
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Examples of EEK in a Sentence
- "Eek! There's a mouse in the bathtub!"
- "I almost got fired from my job yesterday. Eek!"
Word Details
Is EEK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EEK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like EEK are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for EEK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | e | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EEK
1 words from the letters in EEK
3-letter words
How to Use EEK in Word Games
EEK is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: EEK is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EEK to find 1 additional valid words.