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HOYS

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

H 4/3
O 1/1
Y 4/3
S 1/1

Definition of HOYS

noun

A small coaster vessel, usually sloop-rigged, used in conveying passengers and goods, or as a tender to larger vessels in port.

verb

To incite; to drive onward.

verb

To throw.

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
8
points

Is HOYS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: Short words like HOYS are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for HOYS

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

Letter hoys Total
Scrabble 4141 10
WWF 3131 8

How to Use HOYS in Word Games

HOYS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: HOYS is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HOYS to find 17 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HOYS

What does HOYS mean?
HOYS is a noun. A small coaster vessel, usually sloop-rigged, used in conveying passengers and goods, or as a tender to larger vessels in port.
Is HOYS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HOYS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HOYS worth in Scrabble?
HOYS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from HOYS?
You can make 17 words from the letters in HOYS. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.