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Is TYPE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, TYPE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 9 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does TYPE mean?

  1. noun

    a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

    “what type of sculpture do you prefer?”

  2. noun

    a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities)

    “a real character”

  3. verb

    write by means of a keyboard with types

    “type the acceptance letter, please”

  4. verb

    identify as belonging to a certain type

    “Such people can practically be typed”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

9

Scrabble

9

Words With Friends

4

Letters

T (1) + Y (4) + P (3) + E (1) = 9 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 TYPE

Single letters that turn TYPE 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 TYPE

The 9 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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