How many points is KANGAROO worth in Scrabble?

KANGAROO is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept KANGAROO?

KANGAROO is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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KANGAROO is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. KANGAROO means "an Australian mammal".

/kaŋ.ɡə.ˈɹuː/

Pronunciation: /kaŋ.ɡə.ˈɹuː/

A member of the Macropodidae family of large marsupials with strong hind legs for hopping, native to Australia.
A hooded jacket with a front pocket, usually of fleece material, a kangaroo jacket.

Synonyms: macropod, roo, bunny hug, hoodie, kangaroo jacket

To practice kangaroo care on an infant; to hold a premature infant against the skin.
To hunt kangaroo.
To move like a kangaroo

Of or relating to Australia.
(investments) Characterized by rapidly jumping prices in securities markets or by belief that the prices are unstable in contrast to bear and bull markets.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

an Australian mammal

In a sentence: "The kangaroo is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of KANGAROO. It scores 13 points.

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in KANGAROO, without blank tiles.

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Is KANGAROO a Scrabble word?: KANGAROO is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does KANGAROO mean?: an Australian mammal
How do you use KANGAROO in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The kangaroo is noted."
How many points is KANGAROO worth in Scrabble?: KANGAROO is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept KANGAROO?: KANGAROO is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).