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OLIVES

6 letters · 3 syllables · noun

O 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of OLIVES

noun

A tree, Olea europaea, cultivated since ancient times in the Mediterranean for its fruit and the oil obtained from it.

noun

The small oval fruit of this tree, eaten ripe (usually black) or unripe (usually green).

noun

The wood of the olive tree.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
3
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
11
points

Is OLIVES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: OLIVES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for OLIVES

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

Letter olives Total
Scrabble 111411 9
WWF 121511 11

Anagrams of OLIVES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use OLIVES in Word Games

OLIVES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, OLIVES 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 OLIVES to find 79 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OLIVES

What does OLIVES mean?
OLIVES is a noun. A tree, Olea europaea, cultivated since ancient times in the Mediterranean for its fruit and the oil obtained from it.
Is OLIVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OLIVES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OLIVES worth in Scrabble?
OLIVES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from OLIVES?
You can make 79 words from the letters in OLIVES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of OLIVES?
The anagrams of OLIVES (words using the exact same letters) are: SOLIVE, VOILES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.