Hammer
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A tool with a heavy head used for hitting nails or breaking things.
“He used a hammer to hang the picture on the wall.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈhæmə/
Syllables
ham·mer
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H start with ER ending, double M.
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Worth 13 points with H and double M.
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