Definition of GATES
GATES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.
While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.
Word Details
Is GATES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GATES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GATES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GATES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | a | t | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
Anagrams of GATES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GATES
61 words from the letters in GATES
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use GATES in Word Games
GATES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GATES 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 GATES to find 61 additional valid words.