01 Word definition

hook

4 letters · 2 vowels · 2 consonants

Is HOOK a word?

Yes. HOOK is a 4-letter noun. a catch for locking a door Check the official dictionary for your particular word game before playing it.

Correct spelling

How do you spell HOOK?

H-O-O-K

HOOK contains 4 letters, begins with H, and ends with K.

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Meaning and definition

1noun

  1. a catch for locking a door

2noun

  1. a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook

Synonyms
crotchet
Source: Open English WordNet 2025 (CC BY 4.0) ↗
Scrabble score11points
Words With Friends10points
Word length4letters

02 Letter breakdown

How is HOOK spelled?

H1O2O3K4
Starts withHOOFirst 3 letters
Ends withOOKLast 3 letters
Unique letters3Repeats O
Vowel balance2 / 2Vowels / consonants

03 Word-game status

Can you play HOOK?

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FAQ Quick answers

About HOOK.

How do you spell HOOK?

HOOK is spelled H-O-O-K. It contains 4 letters.