Is It a Valid Word?
Check if any word is valid in Scrabble (TWL/SOWPODS), Words with Friends, or standard dictionaries — instantly.
TWL / SOWPODS
TWL (Tournament Word List) is the official Scrabble dictionary for US, Canada & Thailand. SOWPODS covers UK and international play.
Scrabble Scoring
Each letter has a point value. Q and Z score 10 points each. Common letters like E, A, I score just 1. We calculate your word's Scrabble score instantly.
Words with Friends
WWF uses a slightly different dictionary than Scrabble. Some words valid in Scrabble are not valid in WWF and vice versa.
How the Word Validator Works
Simply type any word into the box above and click Check Word. The validator instantly checks whether your word appears in the official dictionaries for Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), and Words with Friends.
The tool also calculates the Scrabble point value of every word, so you can see exactly how many points it would earn. High-value letters like Q (10 pts), Z (10 pts), X (8 pts), and J (8 pts) can dramatically boost your score.
Use the game tabs above to filter results to a specific game's dictionary. Your recent checks are saved below the results so you can quickly compare multiple words.
Why Word Validity Matters
In competitive Scrabble and Words with Friends, playing an invalid word results in a penalty. Knowing which words are legal before you play them saves you from losing a turn. Our validator covers thousands of words including rare two-letter words like QI, ZA, and XI — powerful tools for experienced players.