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NETS

/nɛts/

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

N 1/2
E 1/1
T 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of NETS

noun

A mesh of string, cord or rope.

"a net for the hair; a mosquito net; a tennis net"

noun

A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.

noun

A device made from such mesh, generally used for trapping something.

verb

To catch by means of a net.

verb

To catch in a trap, or by stratagem.

verb

To enclose or cover with a net.

"to net a tree"

noun

The amount remaining after expenses are deducted; profit.

verb

To receive as profit.

"The company nets $30 on every sale."

Synonyms of NETS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of NETS in a Sentence

  • "a net for the hair; a mosquito net; a tennis net"
  • "to net a tree"
  • "The company nets $30 on every sale."
  • "The scam netted the criminals $30,000."

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
4
points
WWF
5
points

Is NETS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 4 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 4 pts Words With Friends — 5 pts

Tip: Short words like NETS are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for NETS

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

Letter nets Total
Scrabble 1111 4
WWF 2111 5

Anagrams of NETS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 4 letters

How to Use NETS in Word Games

NETS is worth 4 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: NETS is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble NETS to find 18 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NETS

What does NETS mean?
NETS is a noun. A mesh of string, cord or rope.
Is NETS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NETS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 4 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NETS worth in Scrabble?
NETS is worth 4 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from NETS?
You can make 18 words from the letters in NETS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NETS?
Synonyms of NETS include: reticulation, snare, trap, network, development, mesh. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of NETS?
The anagrams of NETS (words using the exact same letters) are: NEST, SENT, STEN, TENS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.