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SKATE

/skeɪt/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective

S 1/1
K 5/5
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of SKATE

noun

A light boot, fitted with a blade, used for ice skating.

noun

A boot having small wheels or casters attached to its sole; used for roller skating

noun

A runner or blade, usually of steel, with a frame shaped to fit the sole of a shoe, made to be fastened under the foot, and used for gliding on ice.

noun

The act of skateboarding

"There's time for a quick skate before dinner."

noun

The act of roller skating or ice skating

"The boys had a skate every morning when the lake was frozen."

verb

To move along a surface (ice or ground) using skates.

verb

To skateboard

verb

To use the skating technique.

Synonyms of SKATE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of SKATE in a Sentence

  • "There's time for a quick skate before dinner."
  • "The boys had a skate every morning when the lake was frozen."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is SKATE a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SKATE

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

Letter skate Total
Scrabble 15111 9
WWF 15111 9

Anagrams of SKATE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SKATE in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SKATE 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 SKATE to find 57 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SKATE

What does SKATE mean?
SKATE is a noun. A light boot, fitted with a blade, used for ice skating.
Is SKATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SKATE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SKATE worth in Scrabble?
SKATE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SKATE?
You can make 57 words from the letters in SKATE. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SKATE?
Synonyms of SKATE include: roller boot. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of SKATE?
The anagrams of SKATE (words using the exact same letters) are: KETAS, STAKE, STEAK, TAKES, TEAKS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.