HALVES
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HALVES
One of two usually roughly equal parts into which anything may be divided, or considered as divided.
"I ate the slightly smaller half of the apple."
Half of a standard measure; frequently used for half a pint of beer or cider.
(preceded by “a” or a number) The fraction obtained by dividing 1 by 2.
"Three-quarters minus a quarter is a half."
To reduce to half the original amount.
To divide into two halves.
To make up half of.
Examples of HALVES in a Sentence
- "I ate the slightly smaller half of the apple."
- "Three-quarters minus a quarter is a half."
Word Details
Is HALVES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HALVES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HALVES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HALVES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | a | l | v | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HALVES
81 words from the letters in HALVES
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How to Use HALVES in Word Games
HALVES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HALVES 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 HALVES to find 81 additional valid words.