Is FOLDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FOLDING is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does FOLDING mean?
- noun
the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape
“understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code”
- noun
a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock
- noun
the act of folding
“he gave the napkins a double fold”
- adjective
capable of being folded up and stored
“a foldaway bed”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
12
Scrabble
15
Words With Friends
7
Letters
F (4) + O (1) + L (1) + D (2) + I (1) + N (1) + G (2) = 12 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 FOLDING
FOLDING has no one-letter front or back hooks in US Scrabble. Adding a single letter to either end does not make another word in that list.
Front hooks0
None — nothing can be added to the front.
Back hooks0
None — nothing can be added to the end.
Words you can make from FOLDING
The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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