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HOUGHS

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

H 4/3
O 1/1
U 1/2
G 2/3
H 4/3
S 1/1

Definition of HOUGHS

noun

A piece of land that juts out towards the sea; a promontory.

noun

The hollow behind the knee.

verb

To hamstring.

verb

Archaic spelling of hoe.

Synonyms of HOUGHS

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
13
points

Is HOUGHS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends

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

Letter Values for HOUGHS

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

Letter houghs Total
Scrabble 411241 13
WWF 312331 13

Anagrams of HOUGHS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use HOUGHS in Word Games

HOUGHS is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HOUGHS 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 HOUGHS to find 41 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HOUGHS

What does HOUGHS mean?
HOUGHS is a noun. A piece of land that juts out towards the sea; a promontory.
Is HOUGHS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HOUGHS is not valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HOUGHS worth in Scrabble?
HOUGHS is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from HOUGHS?
You can make 41 words from the letters in HOUGHS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HOUGHS?
Synonyms of HOUGHS include: hamstring, hock, hox. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of HOUGHS?
The anagrams of HOUGHS (words using the exact same letters) are: SHOUGH. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.