Is ISSUES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ISSUES is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 6 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does ISSUES mean?
Issues is a form of ISSUE.
- noun
an important question that is in dispute and must be settled
“the issue could be settled by requiring public education for everyone”
- verb
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
“publish a magazine or newspaper”
- verb
circulate or distribute or equip with
“issue a new uniform to the children”
- verb
bring out an official document (such as a warrant)
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
6
Scrabble
7
Words With Friends
6
Letters
I (1) + S (1) + S (1) + U (1) + E (1) + S (1) = 6 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 ISSUES
Single letters that turn ISSUES into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Front hooks1
Back hooks0
None — nothing can be added to the end.
Words you can make from ISSUES
The 17 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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