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HOODS

/hʊdz/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

H 4/3
O 1/1
O 1/1
D 2/2
S 1/1

Definition of HOODS

noun

A covering for the head attached to a larger garment such as a jacket or cloak.

noun

A distinctively coloured fold of material, representing a university degree.

noun

An enclosure that protects something, especially from above.

verb

To cover something with a hood.

noun

Gangster, thug.

noun

Neighborhood.

"What’s goin’ down in the hood?"

noun

Person wearing a hoodie.

Synonyms of HOODS

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of HOODS

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Examples of HOODS in a Sentence

  • "What’s goin’ down in the hood?"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
8
points

Is HOODS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for HOODS

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

Letter hoods Total
Scrabble 41121 9
WWF 31121 8

How to Use HOODS in Word Games

HOODS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HOODS 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 HOODS to find 36 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HOODS

What does HOODS mean?
HOODS is a noun. A covering for the head attached to a larger garment such as a jacket or cloak.
Is HOODS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HOODS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HOODS worth in Scrabble?
HOODS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from HOODS?
You can make 36 words from the letters in HOODS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HOODS?
Synonyms of HOODS include: bonnet, cowl, nabe, neighborhood, ghetto. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.