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HINDRANCE

9 letters · 2 syllables · noun

H 4/3
I 1/1
N 1/2
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R 1/1
A 1/1
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C 3/4
E 1/1

Definition of HINDRANCE

noun

Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.

"High-heeled shoes may be fashionable, but they can also be a hindrance to walking."

noun

The state or act of hindering something

"Your hindrance of this process will not be tolerated."

Examples of HINDRANCE in a Sentence

  • "High-heeled shoes may be fashionable, but they can also be a hindrance to walking."
  • "Your hindrance of this process will not be tolerated."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
17
points

Is HINDRANCE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: HINDRANCE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for HINDRANCE

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

Letter hindrance Total
Scrabble 411211131 15
WWF 312211241 17

Words You Can Make With the Letters in HINDRANCE

100 words from the letters in HINDRANCE

How to Use HINDRANCE in Word Games

HINDRANCE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HINDRANCE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HINDRANCE

What does HINDRANCE mean?
HINDRANCE is a noun. Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.
Is HINDRANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HINDRANCE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HINDRANCE worth in Scrabble?
HINDRANCE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HINDRANCE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in HINDRANCE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.