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BURSE

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun

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

Definition of BURSE

noun

A purse.

noun

A fund or foundation for the maintenance of the needy scholars in their studies.

noun

An ornamental case to hold the corporal when not in use.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
9
points

Is BURSE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for BURSE

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

Letter burse Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 42111 9

Anagrams of BURSE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use BURSE in Word Games

BURSE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BURSE 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 BURSE to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BURSE

What does BURSE mean?
BURSE is a noun. A purse.
Is BURSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BURSE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BURSE worth in Scrabble?
BURSE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from BURSE?
You can make 40 words from the letters in BURSE. 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 BURSE?
The anagrams of BURSE (words using the exact same letters) are: ERUBS, REBUS, RUBES, SUBER. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.