Backspace
Yes, backspace is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 21 points in Scrabble.
What does backspace mean?
noun
- the typewriter key used for back spacing
verb
- hit the backspace key on a computer or typewriter keyboard
To erase, you must backspace
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 21 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of backspace
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACKSPACE.
Words you can make from backspace
Frequently asked questions
Is backspace a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Backspace is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is backspace worth in Scrabble?
Backspace is worth 21 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does backspace mean?
Backspace means: the typewriter key used for back spacing.