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WAIST

/weɪst/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun

W 4/4
A 1/1
I 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of WAIST

noun

The part of the body between the pelvis and the stomach.

noun

A part of a piece of clothing that covers the waist.

noun

The narrow connection between the thorax and abdomen in certain insects (e.g., bees, ants and wasps).

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
8
points

Is WAIST a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for WAIST

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

Letter waist Total
Scrabble 41111 8
WWF 41111 8

Anagrams of WAIST

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use WAIST in Word Games

WAIST is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WAIST 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 WAIST to find 42 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WAIST

What does WAIST mean?
WAIST is a noun. The part of the body between the pelvis and the stomach.
Is WAIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WAIST is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WAIST worth in Scrabble?
WAIST is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from WAIST?
You can make 42 words from the letters in WAIST. 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 WAIST?
The anagrams of WAIST (words using the exact same letters) are: WAITS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.