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WILES

/waɪlz/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

W 4/4
I 1/1
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Definition of WILES

noun

(usually in the plural) A trick or stratagem practiced for ensnaring or deception; a sly, insidious artifice

"He was seduced by her wiles."

Synonyms of WILES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of WILES in a Sentence

  • "He was seduced by her wiles."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is WILES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: WILES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for WILES

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

Letter wiles Total
Scrabble 41111 8
WWF 41211 9

Anagrams of WILES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use WILES in Word Games

WILES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WILES 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 WILES to find 34 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WILES

What does WILES mean?
WILES is a noun. (usually in the plural) A trick or stratagem practiced for ensnaring or deception; a sly, insidious artifice
Is WILES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WILES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WILES worth in Scrabble?
WILES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from WILES?
You can make 34 words from the letters in WILES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WILES?
Synonyms of WILES include: allurement, beguilement. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of WILES?
The anagrams of WILES (words using the exact same letters) are: LEWIS, LWEIS, WEILS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.