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HYOID

5 letters · 1 syllable

H 4/3
Y 4/3
O 1/1
I 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of HYOID

HYOID is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 12 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

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
10
points

Is HYOID a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: HYOID uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for HYOID

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

Letter hyoid Total
Scrabble 44112 12
WWF 33112 10

How to Use HYOID in Word Games

HYOID is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HYOID 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 HYOID to find 19 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HYOID

What does HYOID mean?
HYOID is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is HYOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HYOID is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HYOID worth in Scrabble?
HYOID is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from HYOID?
You can make 19 words from the letters in HYOID. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.