Is KINSHIP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, KINSHIP is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 16 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does KINSHIP mean?
- noun
a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character
“found a natural affinity with the immigrants”
- noun
(anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
- Scrabble
- 16
- Words With Friends
- 17
- Letters
- 7
K (5) + I (1) + N (1) + S (1) + H (4) + I (1) + P (3) = 16 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 KINSHIP
Single letters that turn KINSHIP 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 KINSHIP
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from KINSHIP
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