ROOKS
/ɹʊks/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of ROOKS
A European bird, Corvus frugilegus, of the crow family.
A cheat or swindler; someone who betrays.
A type of firecracker used by farmers to scare birds of the same name.
To cheat or swindle.
A piece shaped like a castle tower, that can be moved only up, down, left or right (but not diagonally) or in castling.
A castle or other fortification.
A rookie.
To squat; to ruck.
Word Details
Is ROOKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ROOKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ROOKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ROOKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | o | o | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ROOKS
20 words from the letters in ROOKS
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use ROOKS in Word Games
ROOKS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ROOKS 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 ROOKS to find 20 additional valid words.