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Balk

Yes, balk is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.

What does balk mean?

noun

  1. the area on a billiard table behind the balkline a player with ball in hand must play from the balk
  2. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
  3. one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

verb

  1. refuse to comply

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for balk

Word facts

Letters4
Vowels / consonants1 / 3
Scrabble points10
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of balk

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BALK.

Words you can make from balk

Unscramble BALK for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is balk a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Balk is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is balk worth in Scrabble?

Balk is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does balk mean?

Balk means: the area on a billiard table behind the balkline.