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YELLOWS

7-letter word • 13 Scrabble points • 14 WWF points

y4
e1
l1
l1
o1
w4
s1
7
Letters
2
Vowels
5
Consonants
13
Scrabble
14
WWF
0
Anagrams

Definition of YELLOWS

YELLOWS is a valid 7-letter English word recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, placing it among the higher-scoring 7-letter words available to players. The word contains 2 vowels and 5 consonants, with repeated letters: L (appearing 2 times). With more consonants than vowels, YELLOWS helps clear consonant-heavy racks that can otherwise limit your options.

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Word
🔊
Syllables
2 syllables
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Difficulty
Moderate (4/10)
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Unique Letters
6 of 7 letters

YELLOWS has a word difficulty rating of 4 out of 10, categorized as "Moderate." This rating is calculated based on the rarity of its component letters in everyday English usage. It uses a mix of common and less-common letters, making it a moderate challenge for word game players.

Letter Analysis

l
y
e
o
w
s

The 7 letters in YELLOWS break down into 2 vowels and 5 consonants. Repeated letters: L (×2). Having duplicate letters can be both an advantage and a challenge in word games — it limits the variety of letters on your rack but also means fewer unique tiles needed to play this word. The highest-value Scrabble tile in YELLOWS is Y, worth 4 points. Approximately 43% of the letters in YELLOWS are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Words That Rhyme With YELLOWS

These words share a similar ending pattern with YELLOWS, ending in -OWS. Rhyming words are useful for poetry, song lyrics, word games, and creative writing. They can also help you discover words with similar letter patterns.

Using YELLOWS in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

YELLOWS is worth 13 base points in Scrabble. This is a high-value word that can significantly impact the game. Aim to place it on a Double Word Score (DWS) for 26 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 39 points. Position the highest-value letter (Y = 4 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Note: Since YELLOWS contains repeated letters, you'll need multiple copies of certain tiles. Standard Scrabble sets include varying quantities of each letter, so check tile distribution before planning this play.

Words With Friends Tips

In Words With Friends, YELLOWS scores 14 points. Interestingly, this word scores 1 point more in WWF than in Scrabble due to different tile point values. Take advantage of this difference when playing Words With Friends. The Words With Friends board has a different layout of premium squares compared to Scrabble, so look for TW (Triple Word) and TL (Triple Letter) squares specific to the WWF board.

Is YELLOWS a Valid Scrabble Word?

Yes, YELLOWS is a valid Scrabble word worth 13 points.

YELLOWS can be played in Scrabble, Words With Friends, and most other word games. With 13 points, it is a high-scoring word that can significantly boost your game. As a 7-letter word, playing all tiles earns a 50-point Bingo bonus!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is YELLOWS a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, YELLOWS is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, YELLOWS is worth 13 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 14 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in YELLOWS?

YELLOWS contains 7 letters total: 2 vowels and 5 consonants. It uses 6 unique letters with some letters repeated.

How many syllables does YELLOWS have?

YELLOWS has approximately 2 syllables. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What words rhyme with YELLOWS?

Words that share a similar ending sound with YELLOWS include: CROWS, SLOWS, MALLOWS, BELLOWS, GALLOWS. These words end with the same letter pattern, making them useful for word games, poetry, and creative writing.

What words can you make from the letters in YELLOWS?

You can unscramble the letters in YELLOWS to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for YELLOWS to see every possible word you can create from these 7 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 7-Letter Words

These 7-letter words share a similar beginning with YELLOWS, starting with YE. Exploring related words can expand your vocabulary and give you more options during word games.

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