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BURKES

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

B 3/4
U 1/2
R 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of BURKES

noun

(sometimes affectionate) A fool, prat, twit.

noun

Cunt.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
14
points

Is BURKES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

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

Letter Values for BURKES

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

Letter burkes Total
Scrabble 311511 12
WWF 421511 14

Anagrams of BURKES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use BURKES in Word Games

BURKES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BURKES 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 BURKES to find 63 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BURKES

What does BURKES mean?
BURKES is a noun. (sometimes affectionate) A fool, prat, twit.
Is BURKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BURKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BURKES worth in Scrabble?
BURKES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BURKES?
You can make 63 words from the letters in BURKES. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of BURKES?
The anagrams of BURKES (words using the exact same letters) are: BUSKER. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.