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ROOKS

/ɹʊks/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

R 1/1
O 1/1
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K 5/5
S 1/1

Definition of ROOKS

noun

A European bird, Corvus frugilegus, of the crow family.

noun

A cheat or swindler; someone who betrays.

noun

A type of firecracker used by farmers to scare birds of the same name.

verb

To cheat or swindle.

noun

A piece shaped like a castle tower, that can be moved only up, down, left or right (but not diagonally) or in castling.

noun

A castle or other fortification.

noun

A rookie.

verb

To squat; to ruck.

Synonyms of ROOKS

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Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is ROOKS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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 rooks Total
Scrabble 11151 9
WWF 11151 9

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About ROOKS

What does ROOKS mean?
ROOKS is a noun. A European bird, Corvus frugilegus, of the crow family.
Is ROOKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ROOKS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ROOKS worth in Scrabble?
ROOKS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from ROOKS?
You can make 20 words from the letters in ROOKS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ROOKS?
Synonyms of ROOKS include: cheat, swindler, con, do, dupe, have. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.