Is PROGRAMS a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, PROGRAMS is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 13 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does PROGRAMS mean?

Programs is a form of PROGRAM.

noun
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
“they drew up a six-step plan”
noun
a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need
“he proposed an elaborate program of public works”
noun
a radio or television show
“did you see his program last night?”
verb
arrange a program of or for
“program the 80th birthday party”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

Scrabble: 13
Words With Friends: 16
Letters: 8

P (3) + R (1) + O (1) + G (2) + R (1) + A (1) + M (3) + S (1) = 13 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 PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS 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 PROGRAMS

The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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