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HELM

/hɛlm/

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

H 4/3
E 1/1
L 1/2
M 3/4

Definition of HELM

noun

The steering apparatus of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel.

noun

(maritime) The member of the crew in charge of steering the boat.

noun

A position of leadership or control.

"the helm of the Commonwealth"

verb

To be a helmsman or a member of the helm; to be in charge of steering the boat.

verb

(by extension) To lead (a project, etc.).

noun

A helmet.

noun

A helmet.

noun

A heavy cloud lying on the brow of a mountain.

Synonyms of HELM

Words with similar meaning

Examples of HELM in a Sentence

  • "the helm of the Commonwealth"

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is HELM a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: Short words like HELM are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for HELM

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

Letter helm Total
Scrabble 4113 9
WWF 3124 10

How to Use HELM in Word Games

HELM is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: HELM is only 4 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 HELM to find 13 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HELM

What does HELM mean?
HELM is a noun. The steering apparatus of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel.
Is HELM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HELM is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HELM worth in Scrabble?
HELM is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from HELM?
You can make 13 words from the letters in HELM. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HELM?
Synonyms of HELM include: helmsman, tiller, wheel, straw, thatch. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.