Crank
Yes, crank is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.
What does crank mean?
noun
- a bad-tempered person
- a whimsically eccentric person
- an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
verb
- travel along a zigzag path
The river zigzags through the countryside
- start by cranking
crank up the engine
- rotate with a crank
adjective
- (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for crank
Word facts
| Letters | 5 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
| Likely Wordle answer | Yes |
Anagrams of crank
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CRANK.
Words you can make from crank
Frequently asked questions
Is crank a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Crank 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 crank worth in Scrabble?
Crank is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does crank mean?
Crank means: a bad-tempered person.
Could crank be a Wordle answer?
Crank is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.