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GNUS

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun

G 2/3
N 1/2
U 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of GNUS

noun

A large antelope of the genus Connochaetes, native to Africa, having curved horns.

Synonyms of GNUS

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
8
points

Is GNUS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: Short words like GNUS are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for GNUS

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

Letter gnus Total
Scrabble 2111 5
WWF 3221 8

Anagrams of GNUS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 4 letters

How to Use GNUS in Word Games

GNUS is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: GNUS is only 4 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 GNUS to find 16 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GNUS

What does GNUS mean?
GNUS is a noun. A large antelope of the genus Connochaetes, native to Africa, having curved horns.
Is GNUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GNUS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GNUS worth in Scrabble?
GNUS is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from GNUS?
You can make 16 words from the letters in GNUS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of GNUS?
Synonyms of GNUS include: wildebeest. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of GNUS?
The anagrams of GNUS (words using the exact same letters) are: GUNS, SNUG, SUNG. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.