Is AXIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, AXIS is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 11 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does AXIS mean?
- noun
a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions
- noun
the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged
- noun
in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations
“the Axis opposed the Allies in World War II”
- noun
a group of countries in special alliance
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
11
Scrabble
11
Words With Friends
4
Letters
A (1) + X (8) + I (1) + S (1) = 11 points in Scrabble.
Dictionary status
- Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
- Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
- Words With FriendsListed
Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.
Hooks for AXIS
Single letters that turn AXIS into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from AXIS
The 10 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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