WIDES
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of WIDES
A ball that passes so far from the batsman that the umpire deems it unplayable; the arm signal used by an umpire to signal a wide; the extra run added to the batting side's score
Word Details
Is WIDES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WIDES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WIDES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WIDES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | i | d | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WIDES
28 words from the letters in WIDES
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use WIDES in Word Games
WIDES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WIDES 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 WIDES to find 28 additional valid words.