RIVER
/ˈɹɪvə/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of RIVER
A large and often winding stream which drains a land mass, carrying water down from higher areas to a lower point, oftentimes ending in another body of water, such as an ocean or in an inland sea.
"Occasionally rivers overflow their banks and cause floods."
Any large flow of a liquid in a single body.
"a river of blood"
The last card dealt in a hand.
To improve one’s hand to beat another player on the final card in a poker game.
"Johnny rivered me by drawing that ace of spades."
One who rives or splits.
Examples of RIVER in a Sentence
- "Occasionally rivers overflow their banks and cause floods."
- "a river of blood"
- "Johnny rivered me by drawing that ace of spades."
Word Details
Is RIVER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RIVER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RIVER uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RIVER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | i | v | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RIVER
10 words from the letters in RIVER
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use RIVER in Word Games
RIVER is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, RIVER 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 RIVER to find 10 additional valid words.