PLUNK
/plʌŋk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of PLUNK
The dull thud of something landing on a surface.
A large sum of money.
A dollar.
To drop or throw something heavily onto or into something else, so that it makes a dull sound.
"Enrique plunked his money down on the counter with a sigh and bellied up to the bar."
To land suddenly or heavily; to plump down.
To intentionally hit the batter with a pitch.
"The Braves retaliated by plunking Harper in the next inning."
Examples of PLUNK in a Sentence
- "Enrique plunked his money down on the counter with a sigh and bellied up to the bar."
- "The Braves retaliated by plunking Harper in the next inning."
Word Details
Is PLUNK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PLUNK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PLUNK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PLUNK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | l | u | n | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PLUNK
9 words from the letters in PLUNK
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use PLUNK in Word Games
PLUNK is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PLUNK 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 PLUNK to find 9 additional valid words.