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GATES

5 letters · 2 syllables

G 2/3
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1

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

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is GATES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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 gates Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31111 7

Anagrams of GATES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About GATES

What does GATES mean?
GATES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is GATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GATES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GATES worth in Scrabble?
GATES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GATES?
You can make 61 words from the letters in GATES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of GATES?
The anagrams of GATES (words using the exact same letters) are: GEATS, GETAS, STAGE, TAGES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.