GOURD
/ɡɔːd/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun
Definition of GOURD
Any of the trailing or climbing vines producing fruit with a hard rind or shell, from the genera Lagenaria and Cucurbita (in Cucurbitaceae).
A hard-shelled fruit from a plant in Lagenaria or Cucurbita.
The dried and hardened shell of such fruit, made into a drinking vessel, bowl, spoon, or other objects designed for use or decoration.
Word Details
Is GOURD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GOURD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GOURD uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GOURD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | o | u | r | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GOURD
26 words from the letters in GOURD
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How to Use GOURD in Word Games
GOURD is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GOURD 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 GOURD to find 26 additional valid words.