SHANKS
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SHANKS
The part of the leg between the knee and the ankle.
Meat from that part of an animal.
A redshank or greenshank, various species of Old World wading birds in the genus Tringa having distinctly colored legs.
To travel on foot.
To stab, especially with an improvised blade.
To remove another's trousers, especially in jest; to depants.
Word Details
Is SHANKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHANKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHANKS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHANKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | a | n | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHANKS
41 words from the letters in SHANKS
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4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHANKS in Word Games
SHANKS is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHANKS 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 SHANKS to find 41 additional valid words.