Is TWIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TWIST is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does TWIST mean?
- verb
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
“The prisoner writhed in discomfort”
- verb
cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
“bend the rod”
- noun
an unforeseen development
“events suddenly took an awkward turn”
- noun
an interpretation of a text or action
“they put an unsympathetic construction on his conduct”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
- Scrabble
- 8
- Words With Friends
- 8
- Letters
- 5
T (1) + W (4) + I (1) + S (1) + T (1) = 8 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 TWIST
Single letters that turn TWIST into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Anagrams of TWIST
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from TWIST
The 15 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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