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NERDS

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun

N 1/2
E 1/1
R 1/1
D 2/2
S 1/1

Definition of NERDS

noun

(sometimes derogatory) A person who is intellectual but generally introverted

noun

(sometimes derogatory) One who has an intense, obsessive interest in something.

"a comic-book nerd"

noun

An unattractive, socially awkward, annoying, undesirable, and/or boring, person; a dork.

"Nerds seem to have fun with each other, but in a way that causes others to laugh at them."

Synonyms of NERDS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of NERDS in a Sentence

  • "a comic-book nerd"
  • "Nerds seem to have fun with each other, but in a way that causes others to laugh at them."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is NERDS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for NERDS

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

Letter nerds Total
Scrabble 11121 6
WWF 21121 7

Anagrams of NERDS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use NERDS in Word Games

NERDS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, NERDS 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 NERDS to find 35 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NERDS

What does NERDS mean?
NERDS is a noun. (sometimes derogatory) A person who is intellectual but generally introverted
Is NERDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NERDS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NERDS worth in Scrabble?
NERDS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from NERDS?
You can make 35 words from the letters in NERDS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NERDS?
Synonyms of NERDS include: dag (Australian), doofus, dork, dweeb, geek, goober. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of NERDS?
The anagrams of NERDS (words using the exact same letters) are: RENDS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.