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SHRUG

5 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
H 4/3
R 1/1
U 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of SHRUG

SHRUG is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 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
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is SHRUG a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for SHRUG

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

Letter shrug Total
Scrabble 14112 9
WWF 13123 10

Anagrams of SHRUG

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHRUG in Word Games

SHRUG is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHRUG 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 SHRUG to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHRUG

What does SHRUG mean?
SHRUG is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SHRUG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHRUG is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHRUG worth in Scrabble?
SHRUG is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHRUG?
You can make 23 words from the letters in SHRUG. 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 SHRUG?
The anagrams of SHRUG (words using the exact same letters) are: GURSH. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.