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SHIRE

5 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
H 4/3
I 1/1
R 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of SHIRE

SHIRE is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 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
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
7
points

Is SHIRE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for SHIRE

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

Letter shire Total
Scrabble 14111 8
WWF 13111 7

Anagrams of SHIRE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHIRE in Word Games

SHIRE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHIRE 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 SHIRE to find 45 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHIRE

What does SHIRE mean?
SHIRE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SHIRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHIRE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHIRE worth in Scrabble?
SHIRE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHIRE?
You can make 45 words from the letters in SHIRE. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SHIRE?
The anagrams of SHIRE (words using the exact same letters) are: HEIRS, HIRES, SHIER. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.