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LIKES

/laɪks/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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

Definition of LIKES

noun

(usually in the plural) Something that a person likes (prefers).

"Tell me your likes and dislikes."

noun

An individual vote showing support for, or approval of, something posted on the Internet.

verb

To enjoy, be pleased by; favor; be in favor of.

"I like hamburgers."

verb

To please.

verb

To derive pleasure of, by or with someone or something.

noun

(sometimes as the likes of') Someone similar to a given person, or something similar to a given object; a comparative; a type; a sort.

"It was something the likes of which I had never seen before."

noun

The stroke that equalizes the number of strokes played by the opposing player or side.

"to play the like"

verb

To be likely.

Synonyms of LIKES

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Antonyms of LIKES

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Examples of LIKES in a Sentence

  • "Tell me your likes and dislikes."
  • "I like hamburgers."
  • "It was something the likes of which I had never seen before."
  • "to play the like"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is LIKES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for LIKES

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

Letter likes Total
Scrabble 11511 9
WWF 21511 10

How to Use LIKES in Word Games

LIKES 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, LIKES 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 LIKES to find 34 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LIKES

What does LIKES mean?
LIKES is a noun. (usually in the plural) Something that a person likes (prefers).
Is LIKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LIKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LIKES worth in Scrabble?
LIKES 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 LIKES?
You can make 34 words from the letters in LIKES. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LIKES?
Synonyms of LIKES include: favorite, preference, enjoy, fancy, love, ilk. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.