Is NOD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NOD is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 4 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does NOD mean?
- verb
express or signify by nodding
“He nodded his approval”
- verb
lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation
“The teacher nodded when the student gave the right answer”
- noun
a sign of assent or salutation or command
- noun
the act of nodding the head
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
4
Scrabble
5
Words With Friends
3
Letters
N (1) + O (1) + D (2) = 4 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 NOD
Single letters that turn NOD into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Anagrams of NOD
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from NOD
The 5 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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