Is KNOW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, KNOW is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 11 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does KNOW mean?
- verb
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
“I know that the President lied to the people”
- verb
know how to do or perform something
“She knows how to knit”
- verb
be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt
“I know that I left the key on the table”
- verb
be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object
“She doesn't know this composer”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
11
Scrabble
12
Words With Friends
4
Letters
K (5) + N (1) + O (1) + W (4) = 11 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 KNOW
Single letters that turn KNOW into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Anagrams of KNOW
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from KNOW
The 10 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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