KNEES
/niːz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of KNEES
In humans, the joint or the region of the joint in the middle part of the leg between the thigh and the shank.
"Penny was wearing a miniskirt, so she skinned her exposed knees when she fell."
In the horse and allied animals, the carpal joint, corresponding to the wrist in humans.
The part of a garment that covers the knee.
To kneel to.
"1605: I could as well be brought / To knee his throne and, squire-like, pension beg / To keep base life afoot. — William Shakespeare, King Lear II.ii"
To poke or strike with the knee.
To move on the knees; to use the knees to move.
Examples of KNEES in a Sentence
- "Penny was wearing a miniskirt, so she skinned her exposed knees when she fell."
- "1605: I could as well be brought / To knee his throne and, squire-like, pension beg / To keep base life afoot. — William Shakespeare, King Lear II.ii"
Word Details
Is KNEES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KNEES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KNEES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KNEES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | n | e | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Anagrams of KNEES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KNEES
30 words from the letters in KNEES
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How to Use KNEES in Word Games
KNEES 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, KNEES 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 KNEES to find 30 additional valid words.