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BUTEO

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

B 3/4
U 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1
O 1/1

Definition of BUTEO

noun

Any of the broad-winged soaring raptors of the genus Buteo.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
9
points

Is BUTEO a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for BUTEO

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

Letter buteo Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 42111 9

How to Use BUTEO in Word Games

BUTEO 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, BUTEO 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 BUTEO to find 21 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BUTEO

What does BUTEO mean?
BUTEO is a noun. Any of the broad-winged soaring raptors of the genus Buteo.
Is BUTEO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BUTEO is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BUTEO worth in Scrabble?
BUTEO is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BUTEO?
You can make 21 words from the letters in BUTEO. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.