Is SQUASH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SQUASH is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 18 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does SQUASH mean?
- verb
to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
“crush an aluminum can”
- noun
any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits
- noun
edible fruit of a squash plant; eaten as a vegetable
- noun
a game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
18
Scrabble
18
Words With Friends
6
Letters
S (1) + Q (10) + U (1) + A (1) + S (1) + H (4) = 18 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 SQUASH
Single letters that turn SQUASH 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 SQUASH
The 19 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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