HIKES
/haɪks/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HIKES
A long walk.
An abrupt increase.
"The tenants were not happy with the rent hike."
The snap of the ball to start a play.
To take a long walk for pleasure or exercise.
"Don't forget to bring the map when we go hiking tomorrow."
To unfairly or suddenly raise a price.
To snap the ball to start a play.
Examples of HIKES in a Sentence
- "The tenants were not happy with the rent hike."
- "Don't forget to bring the map when we go hiking tomorrow."
Word Details
Is HIKES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HIKES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HIKES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HIKES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | i | k | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HIKES
28 words from the letters in HIKES
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HIKES in Word Games
HIKES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HIKES 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 HIKES to find 28 additional valid words.