Shank
Yes, shank is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.
What does shank mean?
noun
- a cut of meat (beef or veal or mutton or lamb) from the upper part of the leg
- the part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle
- cylinder forming a long narrow part of something
verb
- hit (a golf ball) with the heel of a club, causing the ball to veer in the wrong direction
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for shank
Word facts
| Letters | 5 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
| Likely Wordle answer | Yes |
Anagrams of shank
- hanks
- khans
- ankhs
Words you can make from shank
Frequently asked questions
Is shank a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Shank 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 shank worth in Scrabble?
Shank is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does shank mean?
Shank means: a cut of meat (beef or veal or mutton or lamb) from the upper part of the leg.
Could shank be a Wordle answer?
Shank is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.