Is LOBBY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LOBBY is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does LOBBY mean?
- noun
a large entrance or reception room or area
- verb
detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors
- noun
the people who support some common cause or business or principle or sectional interest
- noun
an interest group that tries to influence legislators or bureaucrats to act in their favor, typically through lobbying
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
12
Scrabble
14
Words With Friends
5
Letters
L (1) + O (1) + B (3) + B (3) + Y (4) = 12 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 LOBBY
Single letters that turn LOBBY into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Words you can make from LOBBY
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