SHUNS
/ʃʌnz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb
Definition of SHUNS
To avoid, especially persistently.
"Acrophobes shun mountaineering."
To escape (a threatening evil, an unwelcome task etc).
To screen, hide.
Examples of SHUNS in a Sentence
- "Acrophobes shun mountaineering."
Word Details
Is SHUNS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHUNS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHUNS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHUNS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | u | n | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHUNS
18 words from the letters in SHUNS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHUNS in Word Games
SHUNS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHUNS 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 SHUNS to find 18 additional valid words.