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SHACK

/ʃæk/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
H 4/3
A 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5

Definition of SHACK

noun

A crude, roughly built hut or cabin.

noun

Any poorly constructed or poorly furnished building.

noun

The room from which a ham radio operator transmits.

verb

To live (in or with); to shack up.

noun

Grain fallen to the ground and left after harvest.

noun

Nuts which have fallen to the ground.

noun

Freedom to pasturage in order to feed upon shack.

verb

To shed or fall, as corn or grain at harvest.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
14
points

Is SHACK a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: SHACK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SHACK

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

Letter shack Total
Scrabble 14135 14
WWF 13145 14

Anagrams of SHACK

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHACK in Word Games

SHACK is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHACK 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 SHACK to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHACK

What does SHACK mean?
SHACK is a noun. A crude, roughly built hut or cabin.
Is SHACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHACK is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHACK worth in Scrabble?
SHACK is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHACK?
You can make 24 words from the letters in SHACK. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SHACK?
The anagrams of SHACK (words using the exact same letters) are: HACKS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.