KERNS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of KERNS
A corn; grain; kernel.
The last handful or sheaf reaped at the harvest.
The harvest home.
Any part of a letter which extends into the space used by another letter.
(chiefly proportional font printing) To adjust the horizontal space between selected pairs of letters (characters or glyphs); to perform such adjustments to a portion of text, according to preset rules.
A light-armed foot soldier of the ancient militia of Ireland and Scotland; in archaic contexts often used as a term of contempt.
A boor; a low person.
An idler; a vagabond.
Word Details
Is KERNS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KERNS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KERNS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KERNS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | e | r | n | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KERNS
28 words from the letters in KERNS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use KERNS in Word Games
KERNS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, KERNS 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 KERNS to find 28 additional valid words.