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MINES

5 letters · 2 syllables

M 3/4
I 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of MINES

MINES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 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
7
points
WWF
9
points

Is MINES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for MINES

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

Letter mines Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 41211 9

Anagrams of MINES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use MINES in Word Games

MINES is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About MINES

What does MINES mean?
MINES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is MINES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MINES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MINES worth in Scrabble?
MINES is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from MINES?
You can make 36 words from the letters in MINES. 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 MINES?
The anagrams of MINES (words using the exact same letters) are: MEINS, MIENS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.