Definition of HYENA
HYENA is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.
Word Details
Is HYENA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HYENA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HYENA uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HYENA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | y | e | n | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HYENA
35 words from the letters in HYENA
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HYENA in Word Games
HYENA is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HYENA 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 HYENA to find 35 additional valid words.