HOUGH
/hɒk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HOUGH
The hollow behind the knee.
To hamstring.
A piece of land that juts out towards the sea; a promontory.
Archaic spelling of hoe.
A piece of land that juts out towards the sea; a promontory.
Word Details
Is HOUGH a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HOUGH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HOUGH uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HOUGH
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | o | u | g | h | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HOUGH
11 words from the letters in HOUGH
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use HOUGH in Word Games
HOUGH is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HOUGH 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 HOUGH to find 11 additional valid words.