Is TERM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TERM is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 6 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does TERM mean?
- noun
a word or expression used for some particular thing
“he learned many medical terms”
- verb
name formally or designate with a term
- noun
a limited period of time
“a prison term”
- noun
(usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement
“the contract set out the conditions of the lease”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
6
Scrabble
7
Words With Friends
4
Letters
T (1) + E (1) + R (1) + M (3) = 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 TERM
Single letters that turn TERM 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
Anagrams of TERM
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from TERM
The 10 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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