Is GLOVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GLOVE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 9 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does GLOVE mean?
- noun
the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball
- noun
handwear: covers the hand and wrist
- noun
boxing equipment consisting of big and padded coverings for the fists of the fighters; worn for the sport of boxing
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
9
Scrabble
12
Words With Friends
5
Letters
G (2) + L (1) + O (1) + V (4) + E (1) = 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 GLOVE
Single letters that turn GLOVE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from GLOVE
The 19 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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