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BUM

7 pts

BUM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. BUM means "of little value".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

of little value

In a sentence: "It is bum."

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Letter Values

B3
U1
M3
= 7

BUM Scrabble FAQ

Is BUM a Scrabble word?
BUM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does BUM mean?
of little value
How do you use BUM in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is bum."
How many points is BUM worth in Scrabble?
BUM is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BUM?
BUM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BUM?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BUMF, BUMP, BUMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.