Is DIRT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DIRT is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 5 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does DIRT mean?
- noun
the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
- noun
the state of being covered with unclean things
- noun
obscene terms for feces
- noun
disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
5
Scrabble
5
Words With Friends
4
Letters
D (2) + I (1) + R (1) + T (1) = 5 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 DIRT
Single letters that turn DIRT into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from DIRT
The 5 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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