HURDLE
/ˈhɜːdəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HURDLE
An artificial barrier, variously constructed, over which athletes or horses jump in a race.
"He ran in the 100 metres hurdles."
A perceived obstacle.
A movable frame of wattled twigs, osiers, or withes and stakes, or sometimes of iron, used for enclosing land, for folding sheep and cattle, for gates, etc.; also, in fortification, used as revetments, and for other purposes.
To jump over something while running.
"He hurdled the bench in his rush to get away."
To compete in the track and field events of hurdles (e.g. high hurdles).
To overcome an obstacle.
Examples of HURDLE in a Sentence
- "He ran in the 100 metres hurdles."
- "He hurdled the bench in his rush to get away."
Word Details
Is HURDLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HURDLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HURDLE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HURDLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | u | r | d | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HURDLE
51 words from the letters in HURDLE
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How to Use HURDLE in Word Games
HURDLE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HURDLE 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 HURDLE to find 51 additional valid words.