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Is RUB a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, RUB is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 5 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does RUB mean?

  1. verb

    move over something with pressure

    “rub my hands”

  2. verb

    cause friction

    “my sweater scratches”

  3. noun

    an unforeseen obstacle

  4. noun

    the act of rubbing or wiping

    “he gave the hood a quick rub”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

5

Scrabble

7

Words With Friends

3

Letters

R (1) + U (1) + B (3) = 5 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 RUB

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

Front hooks2

Back hooks3

Anagrams of RUB

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from RUB

The 2 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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