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TAXES

5 letters · 2 syllables

T 1/1
A 1/1
X 8/8
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of TAXES

TAXES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is TAXES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for TAXES

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

Letter taxes Total
Scrabble 11811 12
WWF 11811 12

Anagrams of TAXES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use TAXES in Word Games

TAXES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TAXES 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 TAXES to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TAXES

What does TAXES mean?
TAXES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is TAXES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TAXES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TAXES worth in Scrabble?
TAXES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TAXES?
You can make 40 words from the letters in TAXES. 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 TAXES?
The anagrams of TAXES (words using the exact same letters) are: TEXAS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.