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HANKERING

17 pts

HANKERING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. HANKERING is a verb form of hanker. HANKER means "to long for".

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verb

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Definition and meaning

HANKERING is a verb form of hanker. HANKER means "to long for".

In a sentence: "They hankering."

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Letter Values

H4
A1
N1
K5
E1
R1
I1
N1
G2
= 17

HANKERING Scrabble FAQ

Is HANKERING a Scrabble word?
HANKERING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does HANKERING mean?
HANKERING is a verb form of hanker. HANKER means "to long for".
How do you use HANKERING in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They hankering."
How many points is HANKERING worth in Scrabble?
HANKERING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HANKERING?
HANKERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HANKERING?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes HANKERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.