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LURES

5 letters · 2 syllables

L 1/2
U 1/2
R 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of LURES

LURES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 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
5
points
WWF
7
points

Is LURES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for LURES

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

Letter lures Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 22111 7

Anagrams of LURES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use LURES in Word Games

LURES is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LURES 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 LURES to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LURES

What does LURES mean?
LURES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is LURES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LURES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LURES worth in Scrabble?
LURES is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LURES?
You can make 38 words from the letters in LURES. 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 LURES?
The anagrams of LURES (words using the exact same letters) are: RULES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.