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LAKES

5 letters · 2 syllables

L 1/2
A 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of LAKES

LAKES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 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
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is LAKES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for LAKES

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

Letter lakes Total
Scrabble 11511 9
WWF 21511 10

Anagrams of LAKES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use LAKES in Word Games

LAKES 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, LAKES 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 LAKES to find 50 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LAKES

What does LAKES mean?
LAKES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is LAKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LAKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LAKES worth in Scrabble?
LAKES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LAKES?
You can make 50 words from the letters in LAKES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of LAKES?
The anagrams of LAKES (words using the exact same letters) are: KALES, LEAKS, SLAKE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.