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Is GAPE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, GAPE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 7 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does GAPE mean?

  1. verb

    look with amazement; look stupidly

  2. noun

    an expression of openmouthed astonishment

  3. noun

    a stare of amazement (usually with the mouth open)

  4. verb

    be wide open

    “the deep gaping canyon”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

7

Scrabble

9

Words With Friends

4

Letters

G (2) + A (1) + P (3) + E (1) = 7 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 GAPE

Single letters that turn GAPE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

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Back hooks3

Anagrams of GAPE

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from GAPE

The 12 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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