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WHIFF

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective

W 4/4
H 4/3
I 1/1
F 4/4
F 4/4

Definition of WHIFF

noun

A waft; a brief, gentle breeze; a light gust of air

noun

An odour carried briefly through the air

noun

A short inhalation or exhalation of breath, especially of smoke from a cigarette or pipe.

verb

To waft.

verb

To sniff.

verb

To strike out.

adjective

Having a strong or unpleasant odor.

verb

To fish with a handline.

Synonyms of WHIFF

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Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
16
points

Is WHIFF a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

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 whiff Total
Scrabble 44144 17
WWF 43144 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in WHIFF

3 words from the letters in WHIFF

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About WHIFF

What does WHIFF mean?
WHIFF is a noun. A waft; a brief, gentle breeze; a light gust of air
Is WHIFF a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WHIFF is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WHIFF worth in Scrabble?
WHIFF is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from WHIFF?
You can make 3 words from the letters in WHIFF. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WHIFF?
Synonyms of WHIFF include: sniff, puff, waft. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.