Definition of HAT
A covering for the head, often in the approximate form of a cone or a cylinder closed at its top end, and sometimes having a brim and other decoration.
A particular role or capacity that a person might fill.
Any receptacle from which numbers/names are pulled out in a lottery.
To place a hat on.
To appoint as cardinal.
(heading, physical) To strike.
To manage to touch (a target) in the right place.
"I hit the jackpot."
To switch on.
"Somebody's been here! Hit the lights!"
Synonyms of HAT
Words with similar meaning
Examples of HAT in a Sentence
- "I hit the jackpot."
- "Somebody's been here! Hit the lights!"
Word Details
Is HAT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HAT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like HAT are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for HAT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | a | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HAT
4 words from the letters in HAT
2-letter words
How to Use HAT in Word Games
HAT is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: HAT is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HAT to find 4 additional valid words.