1noun
a tight or amorous embrace
“come here and give me a big hug”
01 Word definition
hug
3 letters · 1 vowel · 2 consonants
Is HUG a word?
Yes. HUG is a 3-letter noun. a tight or amorous embrace Check the official dictionary for your particular word game before playing it.
Correct spelling
H-U-GHow do you spell HUG?
HUG contains 3 letters, begins with H, and ends with G.
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2verb
hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
“Hug me, please”
Synonyms
Source: Open English WordNet 2025 (CC BY 4.0) ↗clinchsqueezeembracebosom
02 Letter breakdown
How is HUG spelled?
H1U2G3
03 Word-game status
Can you play HUG?
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Base tile value: 7 points. Confirm eligibility in the official word list used for your region and edition.
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04 Exact anagrams
The same letters, rearranged.
FAQ Quick answers
About HUG.
How do you spell HUG?
HUG is spelled H-U-G. It contains 3 letters.