HERALD
/ˈhɛɹəld/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HERALD
A messenger, especially one bringing important news.
"The herald blew his trumpet and shouted that the King was dead."
A harbinger, giving signs of things to come.
"Daffodils are heralds of Spring."
An official whose speciality is heraldry, especially one between the ranks of pursuivant and king-of-arms.
"Rouge Dragon is a herald at the College of Arms."
To proclaim or announce an event.
"Daffodils herald the Spring."
(usually passive) To greet something with excitement; to hail.
"The film was heralded by critics."
The long-tailed duck, or oldsquaw.
Examples of HERALD in a Sentence
- "The herald blew his trumpet and shouted that the King was dead."
- "Daffodils are heralds of Spring."
- "Rouge Dragon is a herald at the College of Arms."
- "Daffodils herald the Spring."
Word Details
Is HERALD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HERALD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HERALD uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HERALD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | e | r | a | l | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HERALD
85 words from the letters in HERALD
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How to Use HERALD in Word Games
HERALD is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HERALD 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 HERALD to find 85 additional valid words.