QUAKE
/kweɪk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of QUAKE
A trembling or shaking.
"We felt a quake in the apartment every time the train went by."
An earthquake, a trembling of the ground with force.
"California is plagued by quakes; there are a few minor ones almost every month."
To tremble or shake.
"I felt the ground quaking beneath my feet."
To be in a state of fear, shock, amazement, etc., such as might cause one to tremble.
Examples of QUAKE in a Sentence
- "We felt a quake in the apartment every time the train went by."
- "California is plagued by quakes; there are a few minor ones almost every month."
- "I felt the ground quaking beneath my feet."
Word Details
Is QUAKE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, QUAKE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: QUAKE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for QUAKE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | q | u | a | k | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 10 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 18 |
| WWF | 10 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 19 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in QUAKE
12 words from the letters in QUAKE
How to Use QUAKE in Word Games
QUAKE is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, QUAKE 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 QUAKE to find 12 additional valid words.