Is JOKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JOKE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 15 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does JOKE mean?
- noun
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
“he told a very funny joke”
- verb
tell a joke; speak humorously
“He often jokes even when he appears serious”
- noun
activity characterized by good humor
- noun
a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
15
Scrabble
17
Words With Friends
4
Letters
J (8) + O (1) + K (5) + E (1) = 15 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 JOKE
Single letters that turn JOKE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from JOKE
The 5 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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