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MAIZE

5 letters · 1 syllable

M 3/4
A 1/1
I 1/1
Z 10/10
E 1/1

Definition of MAIZE

MAIZE is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 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
1
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
17
points

Is MAIZE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

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

Letter Values for MAIZE

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

Letter maize Total
Scrabble 311101 16
WWF 411101 17

How to Use MAIZE in Word Games

MAIZE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MAIZE 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 MAIZE to find 16 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MAIZE

What does MAIZE mean?
MAIZE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is MAIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MAIZE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MAIZE worth in Scrabble?
MAIZE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from MAIZE?
You can make 16 words from the letters in MAIZE. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.