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Is IMBIBE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, IMBIBE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does IMBIBE mean?

  1. verb

    take in, also metaphorically

    “The sponge absorbs water well”

  2. verb

    take (gas, light or heat) into a solution

  3. verb

    take in liquids

    “The patient must drink several liters each day”

  4. verb

    receive into the mind and retain

    “Imbibe ethical principles”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

12

Scrabble

15

Words With Friends

6

Letters

I (1) + M (3) + B (3) + I (1) + B (3) + E (1) = 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 IMBIBE

Single letters that turn IMBIBE 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 hooks3

Words you can make from IMBIBE

The 9 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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