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Is MOLYBDENUM a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, MOLYBDENUM is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 20 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does MOLYBDENUM mean?

  1. noun

    a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

20

Scrabble

25

Words With Friends

10

Letters

M (3) + O (1) + L (1) + Y (4) + B (3) + D (2) + E (1) + N (1) + U (1) + M (3) = 20 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 MOLYBDENUM

Single letters that turn MOLYBDENUM 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 MOLYBDENUM

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