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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

14

Scrabble

16

Words With Friends

6

Letters

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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