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BUNKUM

/ˈbʌŋkəm/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

B 3/4
U 1/2
N 1/2
K 5/5
U 1/2
M 3/4

Definition of BUNKUM

noun

Senseless talk; nonsense; a piece of nonsense.

noun

(Washington, DC) Bombastic political posturing or oratorical display designed only for show or public applause.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
19
points

Is BUNKUM a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 19 pts

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

Letter Values for BUNKUM

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

Letter bunkum Total
Scrabble 311513 14
WWF 422524 19

How to Use BUNKUM in Word Games

BUNKUM is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BUNKUM 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 BUNKUM to find 13 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BUNKUM

What does BUNKUM mean?
BUNKUM is a noun. Senseless talk; nonsense; a piece of nonsense.
Is BUNKUM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BUNKUM is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BUNKUM worth in Scrabble?
BUNKUM is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BUNKUM?
You can make 13 words from the letters in BUNKUM. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.