How many points is HELVES worth in Scrabble?

HELVES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HELVES?

HELVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to HELVES?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHELVES, THELVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

HELVES

12 pts

HELVES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. HELVES is a noun form of helve. HELVE means "handle of a hand tool such as an axe or pick".

Meaning & examples

noun

The handle or haft of a tool or weapon.
A forge hammer lifted by a cam acting on the helve between the fulcrum and the head.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HELVES is a noun form of helve. HELVE means "handle of a hand tool such as an axe or pick".

In a sentence: "The helves is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of HELVES. It scores 12 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

HELVE11 pts

Front hooks

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

HELVES Scrabble FAQ

Is HELVES a Scrabble word?: HELVES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does HELVES mean?: HELVES is a noun form of helve. HELVE means "handle of a hand tool such as an axe or pick".
How do you use HELVES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The helves is noted."
How many points is HELVES worth in Scrabble?: HELVES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HELVES?: HELVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HELVES?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHELVES, THELVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.