How many points is SHIM worth in Scrabble?

SHIM is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHIM?

SHIM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to SHIM?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHIMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SHIM

9 pts

SHIM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. SHIM means "thin strip of material placed between two close surfaces to fill a gap".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

thin strip of material placed between two close surfaces to fill a gap

Share SHIM

Check the Scrabble meaning of SHIM. It scores 9 points.

Back hooks

Add one letter after SHIM. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

SHIMS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

SHIM Scrabble FAQ

Is SHIM a Scrabble word?: SHIM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
How many points is SHIM worth in Scrabble?: SHIM is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHIM?: SHIM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SHIM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHIMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.