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Is PLIGHT a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, PLIGHT is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does PLIGHT mean?

  1. noun

    a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

    “finds himself in a most awkward predicament”

  2. noun

    a solemn pledge of fidelity

  3. verb

    give to in marriage

  4. verb

    promise solemnly and formally

    “I pledge that I will honor my wife”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

12

Scrabble

14

Words With Friends

6

Letters

P (3) + L (1) + I (1) + G (2) + H (4) + T (1) = 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 PLIGHT

Single letters that turn PLIGHT into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

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Words you can make from PLIGHT

The 23 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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