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Is KEY a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, KEY is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 10 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does KEY mean?

  1. noun

    metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated

  2. adjective

    serving as an essential component

    “a cardinal rule”

  3. noun

    something crucial for explaining

    “the key to development is economic integration”

  4. noun

    pitch of the voice

    “he spoke in a low key”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

10

Scrabble

9

Words With Friends

3

Letters

K (5) + E (1) + Y (4) = 10 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 KEY

Single letters that turn KEY 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 hooks1

Anagrams of KEY

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from KEY

The 2 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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