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HEW

9 pts

HEW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. HEW means "to cut with an ax".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to cut with an ax

In a sentence: "They hew."

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Add one letter before HEW. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in HEW, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

H4
E1
W4
= 9

HEW Scrabble FAQ

Is HEW a Scrabble word?
HEW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does HEW mean?
to cut with an ax
How do you use HEW in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They hew."
How many points is HEW worth in Scrabble?
HEW is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HEW?
HEW is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HEW?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CHEW, PHEW, SHEW, THEW, WHEW. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.