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HOMINY

6 letters · 3 syllables

H 4/3
O 1/1
M 3/4
I 1/1
N 1/2
Y 4/3

Definition of HOMINY

HOMINY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 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
6
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
14
points

Is HOMINY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: HOMINY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for HOMINY

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

Letter hominy Total
Scrabble 413114 14
WWF 314123 14

How to Use HOMINY in Word Games

HOMINY is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HOMINY 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 HOMINY to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HOMINY

What does HOMINY mean?
HOMINY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is HOMINY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HOMINY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HOMINY worth in Scrabble?
HOMINY is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from HOMINY?
You can make 40 words from the letters in HOMINY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.