ETHS

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

ETHS A letter (capital Ð, small ð) introduced into Old English to represent its dental fricative, then not distinguished from the letter thorn, no longer used in English but still in modern use in Icelandic, the IPA and other phonetic alphabets to represent the voiced dental fricative "th" sound as in the English word then. The letter is also used in Faroese, but is generally silent in that language.

Word Analysis

Usage and Context

The word ETHS can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.

Learning Tip

Understanding words like ETHS helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.

Scrabble Information

Word: ETHS

Length: 4 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word ETHS can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.