Word: ULUS
โ Valid Scrabble Word
U 1 L 1 U 1 S 1
Length 4 letters
Syllables 2
Pronunciation /สหlสs/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 4 pts
WWF Score 7 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 2
Consonants 2
Unique Letters 3
Top Tile U (1 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Linguistic Level Intermediate
Spelling Pitfalls None detected. This word has standard phonetics.
Board Strategy A standard word. Use it as a solid filler on your rack to rotate letters.
Definition of ULUS
noun
- An all-purpose knife traditionally used by Yup'ik, Inuit, and Aleut women.
- Anglicized spelling of สปulu (Hawaiian for breadfruit)
noun
- An administrative division of the Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Russia, similar to ัะฐะนะพฬะฝ in Russia proper.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "ulus" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "ulus", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ULUS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
ULUS is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is ULUS worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, ULUS is worth 4 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 7 points.
How many syllables are in ULUS? โผ
There are 2 syllables in ULUS.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ULUS:
- # the ulus effect
- # master of ulus
- # playing with ulus
- # in terms of ulus
Word Family
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