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Is BUFFER a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, BUFFER is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 14 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does BUFFER mean?

  1. noun

    (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH

  2. verb

    add a buffer (a solution)

    “buffered saline solution for the eyes”

  3. noun

    a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict

  4. noun

    an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

Scrabble
14
Words With Friends
16
Letters
6

B (3) + U (1) + F (4) + F (4) + E (1) + R (1) = 14 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 BUFFER

Single letters that turn BUFFER into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None. Nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks1

Anagrams of BUFFER

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from BUFFER

The 21 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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