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BURLS

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

B 3/4
U 1/2
R 1/1
L 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of BURLS

noun

A tree growth in which the grain has grown in a deformed manner.

noun

Wood of a mottled veneer, usually cut from such a growth.

noun

A knot or lump in thread or cloth.

verb

To remove the knots in cloth.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
10
points

Is BURLS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for BURLS

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

Letter burls Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 42121 10

Anagrams of BURLS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use BURLS in Word Games

BURLS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BURLS 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 BURLS to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BURLS

What does BURLS mean?
BURLS is a noun. A tree growth in which the grain has grown in a deformed manner.
Is BURLS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BURLS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BURLS worth in Scrabble?
BURLS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from BURLS?
You can make 23 words from the letters in BURLS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of BURLS?
The anagrams of BURLS (words using the exact same letters) are: BLURS, SLURB. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.