FORTES
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of FORTES
A strength or talent.
"He writes respectably, but poetry is not his forte."
The strong part of a sword blade, close to the hilt.
A passage in music to be played loudly; a loud section of music.
A fortis consonant.
Examples of FORTES in a Sentence
- "He writes respectably, but poetry is not his forte."
Word Details
Is FORTES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FORTES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FORTES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FORTES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | o | r | t | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of FORTES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORTES
100 words from the letters in FORTES
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How to Use FORTES in Word Games
FORTES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, FORTES 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 FORTES to find 100 additional valid words.