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SHOOT

5 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
H 4/3
O 1/1
O 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of SHOOT

SHOOT 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 SHOOT a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SHOOT

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

Letter shoot Total
Scrabble 14111 8
WWF 13111 7

Anagrams of SHOOT

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHOOT in Word Games

SHOOT 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, SHOOT 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 SHOOT to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHOOT

What does SHOOT mean?
SHOOT is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SHOOT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHOOT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHOOT worth in Scrabble?
SHOOT 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 SHOOT?
You can make 38 words from the letters in SHOOT. 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 SHOOT?
The anagrams of SHOOT (words using the exact same letters) are: HOOTS, SOOTH, TOHOS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.