HYPHENS
7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HYPHENS
The symbol "‐", typically used to join two or more words to form a compound term, or to indicate that a word has been split at the end of a line.
Something that links two more consequential things.
An enclosed walkway or passage that connects two buildings.
To separate or punctuate with a hyphen; to hyphenate.
Word Details
Is HYPHENS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HYPHENS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of HYPHENS earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 68 points total.
Letter Values for HYPHENS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | y | p | h | e | n | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| WWF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HYPHENS
66 words from the letters in HYPHENS
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How to Use HYPHENS in Word Games
HYPHENS is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since HYPHENS uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 68 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HYPHENS to find 66 additional valid words.