NEARS
/nɪə(ɹ)z/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of NEARS
The left side of a horse or of a team of horses pulling a carriage etc.
To come closer to; to approach.
"The ship nears the land."
Examples of NEARS in a Sentence
- "The ship nears the land."
Word Details
Is NEARS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, NEARS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: NEARS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for NEARS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | n | e | a | r | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Anagrams of NEARS
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in NEARS
57 words from the letters in NEARS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use NEARS in Word Games
NEARS is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, NEARS 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 NEARS to find 57 additional valid words.