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Is SETTLE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, SETTLE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 6 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does SETTLE mean?

  1. verb

    settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground

    “dust settled on the roofs”

  2. verb

    bring to an end; settle conclusively

    “The case was decided”

  3. verb

    settle conclusively; come to terms

    “We finally settled the argument”

  4. verb

    take up residence and become established

    “The immigrants settled in the Midwest”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

6

Scrabble

7

Words With Friends

6

Letters

S (1) + E (1) + T (1) + T (1) + L (1) + E (1) = 6 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 SETTLE

Single letters that turn SETTLE 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 hooks3

Words you can make from SETTLE

The 37 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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