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CAN

5 pts

CAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. CAN means "to be able to".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to be able to

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Front hooks

Add one letter before CAN. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

Back hooks

Add one letter after CAN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in CAN, without blank tiles.

Word forms

Letter Values

C3
A1
N1
= 5

CAN Scrabble FAQ

Is CAN a Scrabble word?
CAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
How many points is CAN worth in Scrabble?
CAN is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAN?
CAN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CAN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SCAN, CANE, CANS, CANT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.