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HYPHEN

6 letters · 2 syllables

H 4/3
Y 4/3
P 3/4
H 4/3
E 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of HYPHEN

HYPHEN is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 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
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
16
points

Is HYPHEN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

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

Letter Values for HYPHEN

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

Letter hyphen Total
Scrabble 443411 17
WWF 334312 16

How to Use HYPHEN in Word Games

HYPHEN is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HYPHEN 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 HYPHEN to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HYPHEN

What does HYPHEN mean?
HYPHEN is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is HYPHEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HYPHEN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HYPHEN worth in Scrabble?
HYPHEN is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HYPHEN?
You can make 24 words from the letters in HYPHEN. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.