How many points is HOT worth in Scrabble?

HOT is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HOT?

HOT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to HOT?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PHOT, SHOT, WHOT, HOTE, HOTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

HOT

6 pts

HOT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points. HOT means "having a high temperature".

adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

having a high temperature

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Check the Scrabble meaning of HOT. It scores 6 points.

Front hooks

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

Back hooks

Add one letter after HOT. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 6

HOT Scrabble FAQ

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