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PERM

8 pts

PERM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. PERM means "to give hair a permanent wave".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to give hair a permanent wave

In a sentence: "They perm."

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Add one letter before PERM. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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

Letter Values

P3
E1
R1
M3
= 8

PERM Scrabble FAQ

Is PERM a Scrabble word?
PERM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does PERM mean?
to give hair a permanent wave
How do you use PERM in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They perm."
How many points is PERM worth in Scrabble?
PERM is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERM?
PERM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PERM?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SPERM. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.