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RIPTIDES

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of RIPTIDES

noun

A particularly strong tidal current

noun

A rip current which may carry a swimmer offshore (the term rip tide used in this sense is a misnomer).

"This beach suffers from a riptide that can easily sweep you out to sea."

Synonyms of RIPTIDES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of RIPTIDES in a Sentence

  • "This beach suffers from a riptide that can easily sweep you out to sea."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is RIPTIDES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: RIPTIDES uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RIPTIDES

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

Letter riptides Total
Scrabble 11311211 11
WWF 11411211 12

Anagrams of RIPTIDES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RIPTIDES

100 words from the letters in RIPTIDES

How to Use RIPTIDES in Word Games

RIPTIDES is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RIPTIDES to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RIPTIDES

What does RIPTIDES mean?
RIPTIDES is a noun. A particularly strong tidal current
Is RIPTIDES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RIPTIDES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RIPTIDES worth in Scrabble?
RIPTIDES is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from RIPTIDES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in RIPTIDES. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of RIPTIDES?
Synonyms of RIPTIDES include: rip current. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of RIPTIDES?
The anagrams of RIPTIDES (words using the exact same letters) are: SPIRITED, TIDERIPS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.