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Is GIMP a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, GIMP is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 9 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does GIMP mean?

  1. noun

    disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet

  2. verb

    walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

    “The old woman hobbles down to the store every day”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

9

Scrabble

12

Words With Friends

4

Letters

G (2) + I (1) + M (3) + P (3) = 9 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 GIMP

Single letters that turn GIMP 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 GIMP

The 7 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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