Free Scrabble Word Checker
Type any word to instantly check whether it is valid in Scrabble, see its Scrabble and Words With Friends scores, and tap for its definition.
Check a word
Directions: type the word exactly as you want to play it, then tap Check word. You will get a yes-or-no verdict, both game scores with a letter-by-letter breakdown, and a definition.
How the word checker works
Every word is checked against the same 270,000+ word dictionary that powers all of Kipi's solvers, and scored with the printed tile values from each game. That means a word you verify here will also show up in the unscrambler and the Scrabble finder — and a word that fails here is one you should not risk challenging in a real game.
Scrabble letter values
| Points | Letters |
|---|---|
| 1 | A E I O U L N S T R |
| 2 | D G |
| 3 | B C M P |
| 4 | F H V W Y |
| 5 | K |
| 8 | J X |
| 10 | Q Z |
Words With Friends prints different values on several tiles — J jumps to 10, B, C, M and P rise to 4, and U drops in value relative to its letter count. The checker above shows both totals for every word.
Word checker tips
- Check before you challenge. A failed challenge costs you a turn in most rulesets. A five-second check here is always cheaper.
- Learn the 2-letter words. QI, ZA, JO, XU and 100+ other two-letter words are the glue of high-level Scrabble. Run them through the checker until they stick.
- Mind the blank. A word played with a blank is just as valid — the blank simply scores zero, which the breakdown above makes easy to adjust for.
- Near-miss? Unscramble it. If your word fails, the letters often rearrange into a valid play. The result card links straight to the unscrambler with your letters.
Word checker FAQ
Is QI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. QI (the circulating life force in Chinese philosophy) is a valid Scrabble word and scores 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. Short words with Q and Z are some of the most useful plays in the game.
Which dictionary does this checker use?
This checker uses the same 270,000+ word game dictionary as every Kipi tool, so a word that checks out here will also appear in the unscrambler, Scrabble finder, and other solvers on this site. Official tournament lists (NWL for North America, CSW for international play) differ slightly at the edges, so confirm close calls against your game's own dictionary.
Does a blank tile change the score?
No. A blank tile can stand for any letter and the word is still valid, but the blank itself scores 0 points. This checker shows the full printed tile value for every letter, so subtract the value of any letter you played as a blank.
Why are the Scrabble and Words With Friends scores different?
The two games print different values on some tiles. J is worth 8 in Scrabble but 10 in Words With Friends, B is 3 in Scrabble but 4 in Words With Friends, and several other letters differ by a point or two. This checker shows both scores side by side.
What if my word is not valid?
Check the spelling first, then try the unscrambler link under the result. It rearranges the same letters into every valid word our dictionary knows, which often turns a near-miss into a playable word.