WHIFF
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of WHIFF
A waft; a brief, gentle breeze; a light gust of air
An odour carried briefly through the air
A short inhalation or exhalation of breath, especially of smoke from a cigarette or pipe.
To waft.
To sniff.
To strike out.
Having a strong or unpleasant odor.
To fish with a handline.
Word Details
Is WHIFF a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WHIFF is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WHIFF uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WHIFF
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | h | i | f | f | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 17 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WHIFF
3 words from the letters in WHIFF
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use WHIFF in Word Games
WHIFF is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WHIFF 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 WHIFF to find 3 additional valid words.