Is FLAK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FLAK is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 11 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does FLAK mean?
- noun
a slick spokesperson who can turn any criticism to the advantage of their employer
- noun
intense adverse criticism
“Clinton directed his fire at the Republican Party”
- noun
artillery designed to shoot upward at airplanes
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
11
Scrabble
12
Words With Friends
4
Letters
F (4) + L (1) + A (1) + K (5) = 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 FLAK
Single letters that turn FLAK into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from FLAK
The 5 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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