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LATKES

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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

Definition of LATKES

noun

A pancake fried in oil, usually made from potatoes and sometimes also onions, traditionally served on Hanukkah.

"Her favorite Chanukah memories were of eating latkes and sour cream while her mother gossiped with the aunts and cousins."

Examples of LATKES in a Sentence

  • "Her favorite Chanukah memories were of eating latkes and sour cream while her mother gossiped with the aunts and cousins."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
11
points

Is LATKES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for LATKES

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

Letter latkes Total
Scrabble 111511 10
WWF 211511 11

Anagrams of LATKES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in LATKES

100 words from the letters in LATKES

How to Use LATKES in Word Games

LATKES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LATKES 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 LATKES to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LATKES

What does LATKES mean?
LATKES is a noun. A pancake fried in oil, usually made from potatoes and sometimes also onions, traditionally served on Hanukkah.
Is LATKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LATKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LATKES worth in Scrabble?
LATKES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LATKES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in LATKES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of LATKES?
The anagrams of LATKES (words using the exact same letters) are: LASKET, SKLATE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.