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
- Scrabble
- 6
- Words With Friends
- 7
- Letters
- 4
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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