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SNAKE

/ˈsneɪk/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
N 1/2
A 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1

Definition of SNAKE

noun

A legless reptile of the sub-order Serpentes with a long, thin body and a fork-shaped tongue.

noun

A treacherous person.

noun

Somebody who acts deceitfully for social gain.

verb

To follow or move in a winding route.

"The path snaked through the forest."

verb

To steal slyly.

"He snaked my DVD!"

verb

To clean using a plumbing snake.

Synonyms of SNAKE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of SNAKE in a Sentence

  • "The path snaked through the forest."
  • "He snaked my DVD!"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is SNAKE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for SNAKE

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

Letter snake Total
Scrabble 11151 9
WWF 12151 10

Anagrams of SNAKE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SNAKE in Word Games

SNAKE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SNAKE 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 SNAKE to find 44 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SNAKE

What does SNAKE mean?
SNAKE is a noun. A legless reptile of the sub-order Serpentes with a long, thin body and a fork-shaped tongue.
Is SNAKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SNAKE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SNAKE worth in Scrabble?
SNAKE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SNAKE?
You can make 44 words from the letters in SNAKE. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SNAKE?
Synonyms of SNAKE include: auger, plumber's snake, joe blake, serpent, trouser snake, wirepuller. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of SNAKE?
The anagrams of SNAKE (words using the exact same letters) are: KANES, SKEAN, SNEAK. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.