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Is PYJAMA a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, PYJAMA is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 20 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does PYJAMA mean?

  1. noun

    a pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist; worn by men and women in some Asian countries

  2. noun

    (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

20

Scrabble

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Words With Friends

6

Letters

P (3) + Y (4) + J (8) + A (1) + M (3) + A (1) = 20 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsNot listed

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 PYJAMA

Single letters that turn PYJAMA 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 PYJAMA

The 19 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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