SHUCKS
/ʃʌks/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, interjection
Definition of SHUCKS
The shell or husk, especially of grains (e.g. corn/maize) or nuts (e.g. walnuts).
A fraud; a scam.
A phony.
To remove the shuck from (walnuts, oysters, etc.).
"Shall we shuck walnuts?"
To remove (any outer covering).
"I will shuck my clothes and dive naked into the pool."
To fool; to hoax.
Exclamatory response to a minor disappointment.
"Shucks. It's too bad you can't make it to the party."
(possibly vulgar) A bashful expression of thanks.
"Aw, shucks, ma'am, catching those wild horses was easy."
Examples of SHUCKS in a Sentence
- "Shall we shuck walnuts?"
- "I will shuck my clothes and dive naked into the pool."
- "Shucks. It's too bad you can't make it to the party."
- "Aw, shucks, ma'am, catching those wild horses was easy."
Word Details
Is SHUCKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHUCKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHUCKS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHUCKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | u | c | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHUCKS
26 words from the letters in SHUCKS
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4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use SHUCKS in Word Games
SHUCKS is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHUCKS 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 SHUCKS to find 26 additional valid words.