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HIVES

5 letters · 2 syllables

H 4/3
I 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of HIVES

HIVES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
11
points

Is HIVES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for HIVES

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

Letter hives Total
Scrabble 41411 11
WWF 31511 11

Anagrams of HIVES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use HIVES in Word Games

HIVES is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HIVES 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 HIVES to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HIVES

What does HIVES mean?
HIVES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is HIVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HIVES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HIVES worth in Scrabble?
HIVES is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HIVES?
You can make 24 words from the letters in HIVES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of HIVES?
The anagrams of HIVES (words using the exact same letters) are: SHIVE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.