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YAM

8 pts

YAM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. YAM means "a plant having an edible root".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a plant having an edible root

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

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

Word forms

Letter Values

Y4
A1
M3
= 8

YAM Scrabble FAQ

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