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HARSH

/hɑːʃ/

5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, adjective

H 4/3
A 1/1
R 1/1
S 1/1
H 4/3

Definition of HARSH

verb

To negatively criticize.

"Quit harshing me already, I said that I was sorry!"

verb

To put a damper on (a mood).

"Dude, you're harshing my buzz."

adjective

Unpleasantly rough to the touch or other senses.

adjective

Severe or cruel.

Synonyms of HARSH

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of HARSH

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of HARSH in a Sentence

  • "Quit harshing me already, I said that I was sorry!"
  • "Dude, you're harshing my buzz."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
9
points

Is HARSH a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for HARSH

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

Letter harsh Total
Scrabble 41114 11
WWF 31113 9

How to Use HARSH in Word Games

HARSH is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HARSH 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 HARSH to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HARSH

What does HARSH mean?
HARSH is a verb. To negatively criticize.
Is HARSH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HARSH is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HARSH worth in Scrabble?
HARSH is worth 11 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 HARSH?
You can make 24 words from the letters in HARSH. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HARSH?
Synonyms of HARSH include: rough. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.