Is DODGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DODGE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does DODGE mean?
- verb
make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid
“The child dodged the teacher's blow”
- noun
an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade
“his testimony was just a contrivance to throw us off the track”
- noun
a quick evasive movement
- verb
move to and fro or from place to place usually in an irregular course
“the pickpocket dodged through the crowd”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
8
Scrabble
9
Words With Friends
5
Letters
D (2) + O (1) + D (2) + G (2) + E (1) = 8 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 DODGE
Single letters that turn DODGE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from DODGE
The 15 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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