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WASTES

6 letters · 2 syllables

W 4/4
A 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of WASTES

WASTES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 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
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is WASTES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Tip: WASTES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for WASTES

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

Letter wastes Total
Scrabble 411111 9
WWF 411111 9

Anagrams of WASTES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use WASTES in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, WASTES 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 WASTES to find 85 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WASTES

What does WASTES mean?
WASTES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is WASTES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WASTES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WASTES worth in Scrabble?
WASTES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from WASTES?
You can make 85 words from the letters in WASTES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of WASTES?
The anagrams of WASTES (words using the exact same letters) are: SWEATS, TAWSES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.