HERDS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HERDS
A number of domestic animals assembled together under the watch or ownership of a keeper.
"a herd of cattle"
Any collection of animals gathered or travelling in a company.
(now usually derogatory) A crowd, a mass of people; now usually pejorative: a rabble.
To unite or associate in a herd; to feed or run together, or in company.
"Sheep herd on many hills."
To unite or associate in a herd
"He is employed to herd the goats."
To associate; to ally oneself with, or place oneself among, a group or company.
Someone who keeps a group of domestic animals; a herdsman.
To act as a herdsman or a shepherd.
Examples of HERDS in a Sentence
- "a herd of cattle"
- "Sheep herd on many hills."
- "He is employed to herd the goats."
- "I heard the herd of cattle being herded home from a long way away."
Word Details
Is HERDS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HERDS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HERDS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HERDS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | e | r | d | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HERDS
35 words from the letters in HERDS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HERDS in Word Games
HERDS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HERDS 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 HERDS to find 35 additional valid words.