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SINEW

/ˈsɪnjuː/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

S 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1
W 4/4

Definition of SINEW

noun

A cord or tendon of the body.

noun

A cord or string, particularly as of a musical instrument.

noun

Muscular power, muscle; nerve, nervous energy; vigor, vigorous strength.

verb

To knit together or make strong with, or as if with, sinews.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is SINEW a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SINEW

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

Letter sinew Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 11214 9

Anagrams of SINEW

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SINEW in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SINEW 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 SINEW to find 32 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SINEW

What does SINEW mean?
SINEW is a noun. A cord or tendon of the body.
Is SINEW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SINEW is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SINEW worth in Scrabble?
SINEW is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SINEW?
You can make 32 words from the letters in SINEW. 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 SINEW?
The anagrams of SINEW (words using the exact same letters) are: SEWIN, SWINE, WINES, WISEN. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.