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HOWS

10 pts

HOWS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. HOWS is a noun form of how. HOW means "a method of doing something".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HOWS is a noun form of how. HOW means "a method of doing something".

In a sentence: "The hows is noted."

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

H4
O1
W4
S1
= 10

HOWS Scrabble FAQ

Is HOWS a Scrabble word?
HOWS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does HOWS mean?
HOWS is a noun form of how. HOW means "a method of doing something".
How do you use HOWS in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The hows is noted."
How many points is HOWS worth in Scrabble?
HOWS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOWS?
HOWS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HOWS?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CHOWS, DHOWS, SHOWS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.