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IAMB

8 pts

IAMB is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. IAMB means "a type of metrical foot".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a type of metrical foot

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

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

Word forms

Letter Values

I1
A1
M3
B3
= 8

IAMB Scrabble FAQ

Is IAMB a Scrabble word?
IAMB is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
How many points is IAMB worth in Scrabble?
IAMB is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept IAMB?
IAMB is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to IAMB?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes IAMBI, IAMBS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.