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YEW

9 pts

YEW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. YEW means "an evergreen tree or shrub".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

an evergreen tree or shrub

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

Y4
E1
W4
= 9

YEW Scrabble FAQ

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