How many points is SHIRK worth in Scrabble?

SHIRK is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHIRK?

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

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SHIRK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".

/ʃɜːk/

Pronunciation: /ʃɝk/

Synonyms: dodger

To avoid, especially a duty, responsibility, etc.; to stay away from.
To evade an obligation; to avoid the performance of duty, as by running away.
Example: If you have a job, don't shirk from it by staying off work.
To procure by petty fraud and trickery; to obtain by mean solicitation.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to avoid work or duty

In a sentence: "They shirk."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SHIRK. It scores 12 points.

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

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Is SHIRK a Scrabble word?: SHIRK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does SHIRK mean?: to avoid work or duty
How do you use SHIRK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They shirk."
How many points is SHIRK worth in Scrabble?: SHIRK is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHIRK?: SHIRK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).