Unscramble YAWS - 13 Words Found
We found 13 words by unscrambling the letters in YAWS. The highest scoring Scrabble word from YAWS is SWAY worth 10 points.
What does YAWS mean?
A contagious tropical disease, caused by the spirochete Treponema pertenue, characterized by yellowish or reddish tumors, which often resemble currants, strawberries, or raspberries.
Word Statistics
Total Words Found
13
Letter Count
4
Highest Scoring Word
SWAY
YAWS Scrabble Score
10 pts
Letter Point Values
Letter Analysis for YAWS
Vowels
1 (A)
Consonants
3 (Y, W, S)
Total Point Value
10 pts
Avg Points/Letter
2.5
High-value letters: Y (4 pts), W (4 pts) — try to use these letters in longer words to maximize your score.
Words You Can Make
Word Game Tips for YAWS
Balanced letter mix: YAWS has a good balance of 1 vowels and 3 consonants, giving you plenty of word-forming options.
Go for the best play: The highest-scoring word from these letters is SWAY worth 10 points. In competitive Scrabble, always check if you can play the highest-value word on a bonus square for even more points.
Most options at 3 letters: You have 6 possible 3-letter words from YAWS. If you can't find a long word on the board, shorter words played on bonus squares can often score just as well.
Maximize high-value tiles: Your letters include Y (4 pts), W (4 pts). Try to place these letters on Double or Triple Letter Score squares for maximum impact.
Limited combinations: Only 13 words can be formed from YAWS. When your rack has fewer options, prioritize playing tiles to refresh your hand with new letters from the bag.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many words can be made from YAWS?
13 words can be formed from the letters in YAWS. This includes common words and valid Scrabble words from the NWL dictionary.
What is the highest scoring word from YAWS?
SWAY is the highest scoring word you can make from YAWS, worth 10 Scrabble points.
Is YAWS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, YAWS is a valid Scrabble word in the NWL dictionary.
What does YAWS mean?
A contagious tropical disease, caused by the spirochete Treponema pertenue, characterized by yellowish or reddish tumors, which often resemble currants, strawberries, or raspberries.
How are Scrabble scores calculated?
Scrabble scores are calculated by summing the point values of each letter in the word. Different letters have different values based on their frequency and difficulty in English.