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HERPES

/ˈhɝ.piz/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

H 4/3
E 1/1
R 1/1
P 3/4
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of HERPES

noun

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.

Synonyms of HERPES

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
11
points

Is HERPES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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 herpes Total
Scrabble 411311 11
WWF 311411 11

Anagrams of HERPES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About HERPES

What does HERPES mean?
HERPES is a noun. 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.
Is HERPES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HERPES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HERPES worth in Scrabble?
HERPES is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HERPES?
You can make 61 words from the letters in HERPES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HERPES?
Synonyms of HERPES include: herpes simplex. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of HERPES?
The anagrams of HERPES (words using the exact same letters) are: PHEERS, SPHERE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.