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WAVES

5 letters · 2 syllables

W 4/4
A 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of WAVES

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

Is WAVES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for WAVES

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

Letter waves Total
Scrabble 41411 11
WWF 41511 12

How to Use WAVES in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WAVES 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 WAVES to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WAVES

What does WAVES mean?
WAVES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is WAVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WAVES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WAVES worth in Scrabble?
WAVES is worth 11 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 WAVES?
You can make 29 words from the letters in WAVES. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.