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LIS

3 letters · 1 syllable · noun

L 1/2
I 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of LIS

noun

Fleur-de-lis

noun

The Chinese mile, a traditional unit of distance equal to 1500 chis or 150 zhangs, now standardized as a half-kilometer (500 meters).

noun

The Korean mile, a traditional unit of distance equivalent to about 393 m.

Synonyms of LIS

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
3
Syllables
1
Scrabble
3
points
WWF
4
points

Is LIS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 3 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 3 pts Words With Friends — 4 pts

Tip: Short words like LIS are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for LIS

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

Letter lis Total
Scrabble 111 3
WWF 211 4

Words You Can Make With the Letters in LIS

4 words from the letters in LIS

How to Use LIS in Word Games

LIS is worth 3 points in Scrabble and 4 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: LIS is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LIS to find 4 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LIS

What does LIS mean?
LIS is a noun. Fleur-de-lis
Is LIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LIS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 3 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LIS worth in Scrabble?
LIS is worth 3 points in Scrabble and 4 points in Words With Friends. It is a 3-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from LIS?
You can make 4 words from the letters in LIS. The longest sub-words are 2 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LIS?
Synonyms of LIS include: Chinese mile, Korean mile. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.