BARKS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of BARKS
The short, loud, explosive sound uttered by a dog, a fox, and some other animals.
An abrupt loud vocal utterance.
To make a short, loud, explosive noise with the vocal organs (said of animals, especially dogs).
"The neighbour's dog is always barking."
To make a clamor; to make importunate outcries.
To speak sharply.
"The sergeant barked an order."
The exterior covering of the trunk and branches of a tree.
Peruvian bark or Jesuit's bark, the bark of the cinchona from which quinine is produced.
Hard candy made in flat sheets, for instance out of chocolate, peanut butter, toffee or peppermint.
Examples of BARKS in a Sentence
- "The neighbour's dog is always barking."
- "The sergeant barked an order."
- "to bark one’s heel"
Word Details
Is BARKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BARKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BARKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BARKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | a | r | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BARKS
36 words from the letters in BARKS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BARKS in Word Games
BARKS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BARKS 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 BARKS to find 36 additional valid words.