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SKATES

/skeɪts/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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

Definition of SKATES

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 SKATES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of SKATES 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
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
10
points

Is SKATES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: SKATES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SKATES

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

Letter skates Total
Scrabble 151111 10
WWF 151111 10

Anagrams of SKATES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use SKATES in Word Games

SKATES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SKATES 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 SKATES to find 77 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SKATES

What does SKATES mean?
SKATES is a noun. A light boot, fitted with a blade, used for ice skating.
Is SKATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SKATES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SKATES worth in Scrabble?
SKATES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SKATES?
You can make 77 words from the letters in SKATES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SKATES?
Synonyms of SKATES include: roller boot. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of SKATES?
The anagrams of SKATES (words using the exact same letters) are: STAKES, STEAKS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.