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RIDES

/ɹaɪdz/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

R 1/1
I 1/1
D 2/2
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of RIDES

noun

An instance of riding.

"Can I have a ride on your bike?"

noun

A vehicle.

"That's a nice ride; what did it cost?"

noun

An amusement ridden at a fair or amusement park.

verb

To transport oneself by sitting on and directing a horse, later also a bicycle etc.

verb

To be transported in a vehicle; to travel as a passenger.

verb

(chiefly US and South Africa) To transport (someone) in a vehicle.

"The cab rode him downtown."

Synonyms of RIDES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of RIDES in a Sentence

  • "Can I have a ride on your bike?"
  • "That's a nice ride; what did it cost?"
  • "The cab rode him downtown."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
6
points

Is RIDES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for RIDES

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

Letter rides Total
Scrabble 11211 6
WWF 11211 6

Anagrams of RIDES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use RIDES in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, RIDES 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 RIDES to find 43 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RIDES

What does RIDES mean?
RIDES is a noun. An instance of riding.
Is RIDES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RIDES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RIDES worth in Scrabble?
RIDES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from RIDES?
You can make 43 words from the letters in RIDES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of RIDES?
Synonyms of RIDES include: do it, get it on. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of RIDES?
The anagrams of RIDES (words using the exact same letters) are: DRIES, RESID, SIDER, SIRED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.