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LIVES

5 letters · 2 syllables

L 1/2
I 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of LIVES

LIVES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 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
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is LIVES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for LIVES

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

Letter lives Total
Scrabble 11411 8
WWF 21511 10

Anagrams of LIVES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use LIVES in Word Games

LIVES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LIVES 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 LIVES to find 36 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LIVES

What does LIVES mean?
LIVES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is LIVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LIVES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LIVES worth in Scrabble?
LIVES is worth 8 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 LIVES?
You can make 36 words from the letters in LIVES. 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 LIVES?
The anagrams of LIVES (words using the exact same letters) are: EVILS, LEVIS, SLIVE, VEILS, VLEIS, VLIES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.