HERPES
/ˈhɝ.piz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of HERPES
A viral infection, caused by Human alphaherpesvirus 1 and Human alphaherpesvirus 2, marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or mucous membranes or on the genitals.
Word Details
Is HERPES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HERPES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HERPES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HERPES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | e | r | p | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HERPES
61 words from the letters in HERPES
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How to Use HERPES in Word Games
HERPES is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HERPES 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 HERPES to find 61 additional valid words.