HILUS
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
H
4/3
I
1/1
L
1/2
U
1/2
S
1/1
Definition of HILUS
noun
A hilum.
Word Details
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points
Is HILUS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HILUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts
Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts
Words With Friends — 9 pts
Tip: HILUS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HILUS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | i | l | u | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HILUS
16 words from the letters in HILUS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HILUS in Word Games
HILUS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HILUS 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 HILUS to find 16 additional valid words.
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Frequently Asked Questions About HILUS
What does HILUS mean?
HILUS is a noun. A hilum.
Is HILUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HILUS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HILUS worth in Scrabble?
HILUS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HILUS?
You can make 16 words from the letters in HILUS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.