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TYKES

5 letters · 2 syllables

T 1/1
Y 4/3
K 5/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of TYKES

TYKES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 11 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
11
points

Is TYKES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for TYKES

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

Letter tykes Total
Scrabble 14511 12
WWF 13511 11

Anagrams of TYKES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use TYKES in Word Games

TYKES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TYKES 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 TYKES to find 34 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TYKES

What does TYKES mean?
TYKES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is TYKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TYKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TYKES worth in Scrabble?
TYKES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TYKES?
You can make 34 words from the letters in TYKES. 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 TYKES?
The anagrams of TYKES (words using the exact same letters) are: KYTES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.