How many points is NUNCHAKU worth in Scrabble?

NUNCHAKU is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept NUNCHAKU?

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

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes NUNCHAKUS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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17 pts

NUNCHAKU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. NUNCHAKU means "throwing weapon used in martial arts".

/nʌnˈtʃɑːkuː/

Pronunciation: /nʌnˈtʃɑːkuː/

A weapon originating from Okinawa, Japan, consisting of two sticks joined by a chain or cord.
The skill of using this weapon in martial arts.

Synonyms: chainsticks

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

throwing weapon used in martial arts

In a sentence: "The nunchaku is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of NUNCHAKU. It scores 17 points.

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Is NUNCHAKU a Scrabble word?: NUNCHAKU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does NUNCHAKU mean?: throwing weapon used in martial arts
How do you use NUNCHAKU in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The nunchaku is noted."
How many points is NUNCHAKU worth in Scrabble?: NUNCHAKU is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NUNCHAKU?: NUNCHAKU is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NUNCHAKU?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes NUNCHAKUS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.