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SHEAVE

/ʃiːv/

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
H 4/3
E 1/1
A 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1

Definition of SHEAVE

noun

A wheel having a groove in the rim for a rope to work in, and set in a block, mast, or similar; the wheel of a pulley.

noun

A sliding scutcheon for covering a keyhole.

verb

To gather and bind into a sheaf.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is SHEAVE a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SHEAVE

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

Letter sheave Total
Scrabble 141141 12
WWF 131151 12

Anagrams of SHEAVE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use SHEAVE in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHEAVE 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 SHEAVE to find 46 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHEAVE

What does SHEAVE mean?
SHEAVE is a noun. A wheel having a groove in the rim for a rope to work in, and set in a block, mast, or similar; the wheel of a pulley.
Is SHEAVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHEAVE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHEAVE worth in Scrabble?
SHEAVE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHEAVE?
You can make 46 words from the letters in SHEAVE. 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 SHEAVE?
The anagrams of SHEAVE (words using the exact same letters) are: HEAVES, HEVEAS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.