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
Is SHANK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHANK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | s | h | a | n | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
Anagrams of SHANK
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHANK
31 words from the letters in SHANK
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
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.