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SHANK

5 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
H 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2
K 5/5

Definition of SHANK

SHANK is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is SHANK a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for SHANK

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

Letter shank Total
Scrabble 14115 12
WWF 13125 12

Anagrams of SHANK

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHANK in Word Games

SHANK is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHANK 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 SHANK to find 31 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHANK

What does SHANK mean?
SHANK is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SHANK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHANK is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHANK worth in Scrabble?
SHANK is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHANK?
You can make 31 words from the letters in SHANK. 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 SHANK?
The anagrams of SHANK (words using the exact same letters) are: ANKHS, HANKS, KHANS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.