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HANDS

/hæn(d)z/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

H 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
S 1/1

Definition of HANDS

noun

The part of the forelimb below the forearm or wrist in a human, and the corresponding part in many other animals.

"Her hands are really strong."

noun

That which resembles, or to some extent performs the office of, a human hand.

noun

In linear measurement:

verb

To give, pass, or transmit with the hand, literally or figuratively.

"He handed them the letter.   She handed responsibility over to her deputy."

verb

To lead, guide, or assist with the hand; to conduct.

"to hand a lady into a carriage"

verb

To manage.

Synonyms of HANDS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of HANDS in a Sentence

  • "Her hands are really strong."
  • "He handed them the letter.   She handed responsibility over to her deputy."
  • "to hand a lady into a carriage"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is HANDS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for HANDS

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

Letter hands Total
Scrabble 41121 9
WWF 31221 9

How to Use HANDS in Word Games

HANDS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HANDS 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 HANDS to find 34 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HANDS

What does HANDS mean?
HANDS is a noun. The part of the forelimb below the forearm or wrist in a human, and the corresponding part in many other animals.
Is HANDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HANDS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HANDS worth in Scrabble?
HANDS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from HANDS?
You can make 34 words from the letters in HANDS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HANDS?
Synonyms of HANDS include: manus, paw. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.