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Is FORMAT a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, FORMAT is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 11 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does FORMAT mean?

  1. noun

    the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)

  2. noun

    the general appearance of a publication

  3. verb

    set (printed matter) into a specific format

    “Format this letter so it can be printed out”

  4. verb

    determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

11

Scrabble

12

Words With Friends

6

Letters

F (4) + O (1) + R (1) + M (3) + A (1) + T (1) = 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 FORMAT

Single letters that turn FORMAT 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 FORMAT

The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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