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GRINS

/ɡɹɪnz/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

G 2/3
R 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of GRINS

noun

A smile in which the lips are parted to reveal the teeth.

verb

To smile, parting the lips so as to show the teeth.

"Why do you grin?  Did I say something funny?"

verb

To express by grinning.

"She grinned pleasure at his embarrassment."

verb

To show the teeth, like a snarling dog.

noun

A snare; a gin.

Examples of GRINS in a Sentence

  • "Why do you grin?  Did I say something funny?"
  • "She grinned pleasure at his embarrassment."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is GRINS a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for GRINS

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

Letter grins Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31121 8

Anagrams of GRINS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use GRINS in Word Games

GRINS 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, GRINS 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 GRINS to find 27 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GRINS

What does GRINS mean?
GRINS is a noun. A smile in which the lips are parted to reveal the teeth.
Is GRINS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GRINS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GRINS worth in Scrabble?
GRINS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from GRINS?
You can make 27 words from the letters in GRINS. 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 GRINS?
The anagrams of GRINS (words using the exact same letters) are: GIRNS, RINGS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.