Scrabble Dictionary Logo

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

REF

6 pts

REF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. REF means "to referee".

0/15 letters

Dictionary
Source

Score: 0

verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to referee

Share REF

Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

R1
E1
F4
= 6

REF Scrabble FAQ

Is REF a Scrabble word?
REF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
How many points is REF worth in Scrabble?
REF is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept REF?
REF is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to REF?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes TREF, REFS, REFT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.