Gum
Yes, gum is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
What does gum mean?
noun
- a preparation (usually made of sweetened chicle) for chewing
- the tissue (covered by mucous membrane) of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth
- any of various substances (soluble in water) that exude from certain plants; they are gelatinous when moist but harden on drying
verb
- cover, fill, fix or smear with or as if with gum
if you gum the tape it is stronger
- grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty
the old man had no teeth left and mumbled his food
- become sticky
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for gum
Word facts
| Letters | 3 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 6 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of gum
Frequently asked questions
Is gum a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Gum 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 gum worth in Scrabble?
Gum is worth 6 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does gum mean?
Gum means: a preparation (usually made of sweetened chicle) for chewing.