Definition of CUR
noun
A contemptible or inferior dog.
noun
A detestable person.
Word Details
Letters
3
Syllables
1
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
7
points
Is CUR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CUR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts
Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts
Words With Friends — 7 pts
Tip: Short words like CUR are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for CUR
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | u | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CUR
3 words from the letters in CUR
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CUR in Word Games
CUR is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: CUR is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CUR to find 3 additional valid words.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CUR
What does CUR mean?
CUR is a noun. A contemptible or inferior dog.
Is CUR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CUR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CUR worth in Scrabble?
CUR is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 3-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from CUR?
You can make 3 words from the letters in CUR. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of CUR?
The anagrams of CUR (words using the exact same letters) are: CRU, RUC. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.