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Is FLAW a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, FLAW is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 10 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does FLAW mean?

  1. noun

    an imperfection in an object or machine

    “a flaw caused the crystal to shatter”

  2. noun

    defect or weakness in a person's character

    “he had his flaws, but he was great nonetheless”

  3. noun

    an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness

  4. verb

    add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

10

Scrabble

11

Words With Friends

4

Letters

F (4) + L (1) + A (1) + W (4) = 10 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 FLAW

Single letters that turn FLAW 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 hooks2

Words you can make from FLAW

The 6 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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