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BANYAN

/ˈbæn.jən/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

B 3/4
A 1/1
N 1/2
Y 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of BANYAN

noun

An Indian trader, merchant, cashier, or money changer.

noun

A tropical Indian fig tree, Ficus benghalensis, that has many aerial roots.

noun

A type of loose gown worn in India.

Synonyms of BANYAN

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
13
points

Is BANYAN a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BANYAN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Tip: BANYAN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BANYAN

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter banyan Total
Scrabble 311411 11
WWF 412312 13

How to Use BANYAN in Word Games

BANYAN is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BANYAN 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 BANYAN to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BANYAN

What does BANYAN mean?
BANYAN is a noun. An Indian trader, merchant, cashier, or money changer.
Is BANYAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BANYAN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BANYAN worth in Scrabble?
BANYAN is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BANYAN?
You can make 23 words from the letters in BANYAN. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BANYAN?
Synonyms of BANYAN include: banyan tree. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.