Unscramble STRIKES - 104 Words Found
We found 104 words by unscrambling the letters in STRIKES. The highest scoring Scrabble word from STRIKES is STRIKES worth 11 points.
What does STRIKES mean?
A status resulting from a batter swinging and missing a pitch, or not swinging at a pitch when the ball goes in the strike zone, or hitting a foul ball that is not caught.
Complete Definitions of Strikes /stɹaɪks/
Noun
- A status resulting from a batter swinging and missing a pitch, or not swinging at a pitch when the ball goes in the strike zone, or hitting a foul ball that is not caught.
- The act of knocking down all ten pins in on the first roll of a frame.
- A work stoppage (or otherwise concerted stoppage of an activity) as a form of protest.
- A blow or application of physical force against something. — “Thus hand strikes now include single knuckle strikes, knife hand strikes, finger strikes, ridge hand strikes etc., and leg strikes include front kicks, knee strikes, axe kicks, ...”
- In an option contract, the price at which the holder buys or sells if they choose to exercise the option.
Antonyms: industrial peace, lockout
Verb
- (sometimes with out or through) To delete or cross out; to scratch or eliminate. — “Please strike the last sentence.”
- (physical) To have a sharp or sudden effect.
- To thrust in; to cause to enter or penetrate. — “A tree strikes its roots deep.”
- (personal, social) To have a sharp or severe effect.
- To touch; to act by appulse.
Word Statistics
Total Words Found
104
Letter Count
7
Highest Scoring Word
STRIKES
STRIKES Scrabble Score
11 pts
Letter Point Values
Letter Analysis for STRIKES
Vowels
2 (I, E)
Consonants
5 (S, T, R, K, S)
Total Point Value
11 pts
Avg Points/Letter
1.6
Repeated letters: S appears 2 times — this means fewer unique letter combinations are possible.
High-value letters: K (5 pts) — try to use this letter in longer words to maximize your score.
Words You Can Make
7 Letter Words (1)
6 Letter Words (11)
5 Letter Words (28)
4 Letter Words (35)
3 Letter Words (21)
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Definition of STRIKES
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Word Game Tips for STRIKES
Balanced letter mix: STRIKES has a good balance of 2 vowels and 5 consonants, giving you plenty of word-forming options.
Go for the best play: The highest-scoring word from these letters is STRIKES worth 11 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 4 letters: You have 35 possible 4-letter words from STRIKES. 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 K (5 pts). Try to place this letter on Double or Triple Letter Score squares for maximum impact.
Many possibilities: With 104 possible words from STRIKES, you have an unusually large number of options. Take your time to scan the board for the best placement rather than settling for the first word you spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many words can be made from STRIKES?
104 words can be formed from the letters in STRIKES. This includes common words and valid Scrabble words from the NWL dictionary.
What is the highest scoring word from STRIKES?
STRIKES is the highest scoring word you can make from STRIKES, worth 11 Scrabble points.
Is STRIKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, STRIKES is a valid Scrabble word in the NWL dictionary.
What does STRIKES mean?
A status resulting from a batter swinging and missing a pitch, or not swinging at a pitch when the ball goes in the strike zone, or hitting a foul ball that is not caught.
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.
