GEMS
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of GEMS
A precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.
Any precious or highly valued thing or person.
"She's an absolute gem."
Anything of small size, or expressed within brief limits, which is regarded as a gem on account of its beauty or value, such as a small picture, a verse of poetry, or an epigram.
"a gem of wit"
To adorn with, or as if with, gems.
Examples of GEMS in a Sentence
- "She's an absolute gem."
- "a gem of wit"
Word Details
Is GEMS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GEMS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like GEMS are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for GEMS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | e | m | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GEMS
14 words from the letters in GEMS
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use GEMS in Word Games
GEMS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: GEMS is only 4 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 GEMS to find 14 additional valid words.