How many points is SHIRKS worth in Scrabble?

SHIRKS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHIRKS?

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

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SHIRKS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. SHIRKS is a verb form of shirk. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".

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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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

SHIRKS is a verb form of shirk. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".

In a sentence: "They shirks."

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

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Is SHIRKS a Scrabble word?: SHIRKS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does SHIRKS mean?: SHIRKS is a verb form of shirk. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".
How do you use SHIRKS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They shirks."
How many points is SHIRKS worth in Scrabble?: SHIRKS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHIRKS?: SHIRKS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).