Is ZEX a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, ZEX is a valid word in UK Scrabble, worth 19 points.It is not valid in US Scrabble.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

Points

Scrabble: 19
Words With Friends: n/a
Letters: 3

Z (10) + E (1) + X (8) = 19 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

Scrabble (US & Canada)Invalid
Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
Words With FriendsNot listed

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.

Definition

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Hooks for ZEX

ZEX has no one-letter front or back hooks in UK Scrabble. Adding a single letter to either end does not make another word in that list.

Front hooks0

None. Nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks0

None. Nothing can be added to the end.

Words you can make from ZEX

The 1 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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