BONGOS
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of BONGOS
A striped bovine mammal found in Africa, Tragelaphus eurycerus.
Either of a pair of small drums of Cuban origin, played by beating with the hands.
Word Details
Is BONGOS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BONGOS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BONGOS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BONGOS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | o | n | g | o | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BONGOS
51 words from the letters in BONGOS
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3-letter words
How to Use BONGOS in Word Games
BONGOS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BONGOS 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 BONGOS to find 51 additional valid words.