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SCARES

6 letters · 2 syllables

S 1/1
C 3/4
A 1/1
R 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of SCARES

SCARES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is SCARES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for SCARES

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

Letter scares Total
Scrabble 131111 8
WWF 141111 9

Anagrams of SCARES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use SCARES in Word Games

SCARES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SCARES 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 SCARES to find 80 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SCARES

What does SCARES mean?
SCARES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SCARES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SCARES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SCARES worth in Scrabble?
SCARES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SCARES?
You can make 80 words from the letters in SCARES. 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 SCARES?
The anagrams of SCARES (words using the exact same letters) are: CARESS, CARSES, CRASES, ESCARS, SCRAES, SERACS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.