Is PAX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PAX is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does PAX mean?
- noun
(Roman Catholic Church) a greeting signifying Christian love for those assisting at the Eucharist
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
12
Scrabble
13
Words With Friends
3
Letters
P (3) + A (1) + X (8) = 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 PAX
PAX has no one-letter front or back hooks in US Scrabble. Adding a single letter to either end does not make another word in that list.
Front hooks0
None — nothing can be added to the front.
Back hooks0
None — nothing can be added to the end.
Words you can make from PAX
The 2 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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