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BUNCO

/ˈbʌŋkəʊ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

B 3/4
U 1/2
N 1/2
C 3/4
O 1/1

Definition of BUNCO

noun

A swindle or confidence trick.

noun

A parlour game played in teams with three dice, originating in England but popular among suburban women in the United States at the beginning of the 21st century.

noun

A brigand.

verb

To swindle (someone).

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
13
points

Is BUNCO a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Tip: BUNCO uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BUNCO

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

Letter bunco Total
Scrabble 31131 9
WWF 42241 13

How to Use BUNCO in Word Games

BUNCO is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BUNCO 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 BUNCO to find 13 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BUNCO

What does BUNCO mean?
BUNCO is a noun. A swindle or confidence trick.
Is BUNCO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BUNCO is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BUNCO worth in Scrabble?
BUNCO is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BUNCO?
You can make 13 words from the letters in BUNCO. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.