RONIN
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of RONIN
A masterless samurai (who often becomes a mercenary to make ends meet).
(in Japan) A student who has failed the entrance examination for the high school or university of their choice: if the student does not wish to take the exam the following year or is unable to, the student becomes a ronin, assuming full responsibility for their own training and survival.
Word Details
Is RONIN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RONIN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RONIN uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RONIN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | o | n | i | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RONIN
16 words from the letters in RONIN
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3-letter words
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How to Use RONIN in Word Games
RONIN is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, RONIN 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 RONIN to find 16 additional valid words.