Is MELD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MELD is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 7 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does MELD mean?
- noun
a form of rummy using two decks of cards and four jokers; jokers and deuces are wild; the object is to form groups of the same rank
- verb
announce for a score; of cards in a card game
- verb
lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually
“Hundreds of actors were melting into the scene”
- verb
mix together different elements
“The colors blend well”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
7
Scrabble
9
Words With Friends
4
Letters
M (3) + E (1) + L (1) + D (2) = 7 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 MELD
Single letters that turn MELD 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 MELD
The 11 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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