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TANUKI

6 letters · 3 syllables

T 1/1
A 1/1
N 1/2
U 1/2
K 5/5
I 1/1

Definition of TANUKI

TANUKI is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 10 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

Letters
6
Syllables
3
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is TANUKI a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: TANUKI uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for TANUKI

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

Letter tanuki Total
Scrabble 111151 10
WWF 112251 12

How to Use TANUKI in Word Games

TANUKI is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TANUKI 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 TANUKI to find 58 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TANUKI

What does TANUKI mean?
TANUKI is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is TANUKI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TANUKI is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TANUKI worth in Scrabble?
TANUKI is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from TANUKI?
You can make 58 words from the letters in TANUKI. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.