WELLS
/wɛlz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of WELLS
A hole sunk into the ground as a source of water, oil, natural gas or other fluids.
A place where a liquid such as water surfaces naturally; a spring.
A small depression suitable for holding liquid or other objects.
"Make a well in the dough mixture and pour in the milk."
To issue forth, as water from the earth; to flow; to spring.
To have something seep out of the surface.
"Her eyes welled with tears."
Examples of WELLS in a Sentence
- "Make a well in the dough mixture and pour in the milk."
- "Her eyes welled with tears."
Word Details
Is WELLS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WELLS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WELLS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WELLS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | e | l | l | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WELLS
19 words from the letters in WELLS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use WELLS in Word Games
WELLS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WELLS 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 WELLS to find 19 additional valid words.