Is MOUND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MOUND is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does MOUND mean?
- noun
(baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands
- noun
a small natural hill
- noun
a collection of objects laid on top of each other
- noun
structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones
“they built small mounds to hide behind”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
8
Scrabble
11
Words With Friends
5
Letters
M (3) + O (1) + U (1) + N (1) + D (2) = 8 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 MOUND
Single letters that turn MOUND 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 MOUND
The 27 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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