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GUESS

5 letters · 1 syllable

G 2/3
U 1/2
E 1/1
S 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of GUESS

GUESS 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
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is GUESS a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for GUESS

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

Letter guess Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 32111 8

How to Use GUESS in Word Games

GUESS 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, GUESS 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 GUESS to find 19 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GUESS

What does GUESS mean?
GUESS is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is GUESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GUESS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GUESS worth in Scrabble?
GUESS 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 GUESS?
You can make 19 words from the letters in GUESS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.