WHIR
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of WHIR
A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.
A bustle of noise and excitement.
To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.
To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.
To cause (something) to make such a sound.
Word Details
Is WHIR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WHIR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | w | h | i | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 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.