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HIDES

/haɪdz/

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

H 4/3
I 1/1
D 2/2
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of HIDES

verb

To put (something) in a place where it will be harder to discover or out of sight.

"He hides his magazines under the bed."

verb

To put oneself in a place where one will be harder to find or out of sight.

noun

The skin of an animal.

noun

The human skin.

noun

(usually United States) One's own life or personal safety, especially when in peril.

verb

To beat with a whip made from hide.

noun

A unit of land and tax assessment of varying size, originally as intended to support one household with dependents.

Synonyms of HIDES

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of HIDES

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of HIDES in a Sentence

  • "He hides his magazines under the bed."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
8
points

Is HIDES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: HIDES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for HIDES

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

Letter hides Total
Scrabble 41211 9
WWF 31211 8

Anagrams of HIDES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use HIDES in Word Games

HIDES 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, HIDES 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 HIDES to find 42 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HIDES

What does HIDES mean?
HIDES is a verb. To put (something) in a place where it will be harder to discover or out of sight.
Is HIDES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HIDES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HIDES worth in Scrabble?
HIDES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HIDES?
You can make 42 words from the letters in HIDES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HIDES?
Synonyms of HIDES include: conceal, hide away, secrete, go undercover, hide out, lie low. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of HIDES?
The anagrams of HIDES (words using the exact same letters) are: HEIDS, SHIED, SIDHE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.