TINKER
/ˈtɪŋkə(ɹ)/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of TINKER
An itinerant tinsmith and mender of household utensils made of metal.
A member of the Irish Traveller community. A gypsy.
(usually with "little") A mischievous person, especially a playful, impish youngster.
To fiddle with something in an attempt to fix, mend or improve it, especially in an experimental or unskilled manner.
To work as a tinker.
To tinker with; to tweak or attempt to fix.
Word Details
Is TINKER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TINKER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TINKER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TINKER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | i | n | k | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TINKER
65 words from the letters in TINKER
6-letter words
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use TINKER in Word Games
TINKER is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TINKER 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 TINKER to find 65 additional valid words.