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TOMBS

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

T 1/1
O 1/1
M 3/4
B 3/4
S 1/1

Definition of TOMBS

noun

A small building (or "vault") for the remains of the dead, with walls, a roof, and (if it is to be used for more than one corpse) a door. It may be partly or wholly in the ground (except for its entrance) in a cemetery, or it may be inside a church proper or in its crypt. Single tombs may be permanently sealed; those for families (or other groups) have doors for access whenever needed.

noun

A pit in which the dead body of a human being is deposited; a grave.

noun

One who keeps secrets.

verb

To bury.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
11
points

Is TOMBS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for TOMBS

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

Letter tombs Total
Scrabble 11331 9
WWF 11441 11

How to Use TOMBS in Word Games

TOMBS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TOMBS 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 TOMBS to find 27 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TOMBS

What does TOMBS mean?
TOMBS is a noun. A small building (or "vault") for the remains of the dead, with walls, a roof, and (if it is to be used for more than one corpse) a door. It may be partly or wholly in the ground (except for its entrance) in a cemetery, or it may be inside a church proper or in its crypt. Single tombs may be permanently sealed; those for families (or other groups) have doors for access whenever needed.
Is TOMBS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TOMBS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TOMBS worth in Scrabble?
TOMBS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from TOMBS?
You can make 27 words from the letters in TOMBS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.