SHORTS
/ʃɔː(ɹ)ts/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SHORTS
A short circuit.
A short film.
A short version of a garment in a particular size.
"38 short suits fit me right off the rack."
To cause a short circuit in (something).
Of an electrical circuit, to short circuit.
To shortchange.
Trousers worn primarily in warm weather that do not go lower than the knees.
"Jessica hated covering her legs, so she usually wore shorts."
Underwear bottoms.
"After a scare like that, I need to change my shorts."
Examples of SHORTS in a Sentence
- "38 short suits fit me right off the rack."
- "Jessica hated covering her legs, so she usually wore shorts."
- "After a scare like that, I need to change my shorts."
Word Details
Is SHORTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHORTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHORTS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHORTS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | o | r | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHORTS
49 words from the letters in SHORTS
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5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHORTS in Word Games
SHORTS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHORTS 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 SHORTS to find 49 additional valid words.