HAMMER
/ˈhæm.ə(ɹ)/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HAMMER
A tool with a heavy head and a handle used for pounding.
"Bobby used a hammer and nails to fix the two planks together"
The act of using a hammer to hit something}}
"The nail is too loose - give it a hammer."
A moving part of a firearm that strikes the firing pin to discharge a gun.
To strike repeatedly with a hammer, some other implement, the fist, etc.
"Tony hammered on the door to try to get him to open."
To form or forge with a hammer; to shape by beating.
To emphasize a point repeatedly.
Examples of HAMMER in a Sentence
- "Bobby used a hammer and nails to fix the two planks together"
- "The nail is too loose - give it a hammer."
- "Tony hammered on the door to try to get him to open."
Word Details
Is HAMMER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HAMMER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HAMMER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HAMMER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | a | m | m | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HAMMER
46 words from the letters in HAMMER
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HAMMER in Word Games
HAMMER is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HAMMER 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 HAMMER to find 46 additional valid words.