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GENES

5 letters · 2 syllables

G 2/3
E 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of GENES

GENES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 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
8
points

Is GENES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: GENES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for GENES

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter genes Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31211 8

How to Use GENES in Word Games

GENES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GENES 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 GENES to find 26 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GENES

What does GENES mean?
GENES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is GENES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GENES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GENES worth in Scrabble?
GENES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GENES?
You can make 26 words from the letters in GENES. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.