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WHIR

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

W 4/4
H 4/3
I 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of WHIR

noun

A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.

noun

A bustle of noise and excitement.

verb

To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.

verb

To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.

verb

To cause (something) to make such a sound.

Synonyms of WHIR

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
9
points

Is WHIR a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: Short words like WHIR are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for WHIR

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

Letter whir Total
Scrabble 4411 10
WWF 4311 9

Words You Can Make With the Letters in WHIR

1 words from the letters in WHIR

2-letter words

How to Use WHIR in Word Games

WHIR is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: WHIR is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble WHIR to find 1 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WHIR

What does WHIR mean?
WHIR is a noun. A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.
Is WHIR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WHIR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WHIR worth in Scrabble?
WHIR is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from WHIR?
You can make 1 words from the letters in WHIR. The longest sub-words are 2 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WHIR?
Synonyms of WHIR include: bustle, hustle, buzz, drone, hum, purr. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.