How many points is LOU worth in Scrabble?

LOU is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LOU?

LOU is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to LOU?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLOU, LOUD, LOUN, LOUP, LOUR, LOUS, LOUT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LOU

3 pts

LOU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 3 points. LOU is a verb form of love. LOVE means "have a great affection for".

verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LOU is a verb form of love. LOVE means "have a great affection for".

In a sentence: "They lou."

Share LOU

Check the Scrabble meaning of LOU. It scores 3 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LOVE7 pts

Front hooks

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

CLOU6 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 3

LOU Scrabble FAQ

Is LOU a Scrabble word?: LOU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 3 points.
What does LOU mean?: LOU is a verb form of love. LOVE means "have a great affection for".
How do you use LOU in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They lou."
How many points is LOU worth in Scrabble?: LOU is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LOU?: LOU is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LOU?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLOU, LOUD, LOUN, LOUP, LOUR, LOUS, LOUT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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