BANANA
/bəˈnɑːnə/
6 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of BANANA
An elongated curved tropical fruit that grows in bunches and has a creamy flesh and a smooth skin.
The tropical tree-like plant which bears clusters of bananas. The plant, usually of the genus Musa but sometimes also including plants from Ensete, has large, elongated leaves and is related to the plantain.
A yellow colour, like that of a banana's skin.
Curved like a banana, especially of a ball in flight.
Word Details
Is BANANA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BANANA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BANANA uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BANANA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | a | n | a | n | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BANANA
16 words from the letters in BANANA
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How to Use BANANA in Word Games
BANANA is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BANANA is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BANANA to find 16 additional valid words.