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Is KOWTOWER a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, KOWTOWER is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 18 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does KOWTOWER mean?

Kowtower is a form of KOWTOW.

  1. noun

    a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

  2. verb

    bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

  3. verb

    try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

    “He is always kowtowing to his boss”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

18

Scrabble

18

Words With Friends

8

Letters

K (5) + O (1) + W (4) + T (1) + O (1) + W (4) + E (1) + R (1) = 18 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 KOWTOWER

Single letters that turn KOWTOWER 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

Words you can make from KOWTOWER

The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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