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GILLS

5 letters · 1 syllable

G 2/3
I 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of GILLS

GILLS is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 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
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
9
points

Is GILLS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for GILLS

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

Letter gills Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31221 9

How to Use GILLS in Word Games

GILLS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GILLS 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 GILLS to find 13 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GILLS

What does GILLS mean?
GILLS is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is GILLS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GILLS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GILLS worth in Scrabble?
GILLS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from GILLS?
You can make 13 words from the letters in GILLS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.