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Hem

Yes, hem is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble.

What does hem mean?

noun

  1. the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down the hem of her dress was stained
  2. the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.

verb

  1. fold over and sew together to provide with a hem hem my skirt
  2. utter `hem' or `ahem'

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for hem

Word facts

Letters3
Vowels / consonants1 / 2
Scrabble points8
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of hem

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HEM.

Frequently asked questions

Is hem a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Hem is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is hem worth in Scrabble?

Hem is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does hem mean?

Hem means: the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down.