How many points is MALAM worth in Scrabble?

MALAM is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MALAM?

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

Can you add a letter to MALAM?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

MALAM

9 pts

MALAM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. MALAM is a noun form of mallam. MALLAM means "(in W Africa) expert in the Koran".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

MALAM is a noun form of mallam. MALLAM means "(in W Africa) expert in the Koran".

In a sentence: "The malam is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of MALAM. It scores 9 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

MALLAM10 pts

Back hooks

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

MALAMS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

MALAM Scrabble FAQ

Is MALAM a Scrabble word?: MALAM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does MALAM mean?: MALAM is a noun form of mallam. MALLAM means "(in W Africa) expert in the Koran".
How do you use MALAM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The malam is noted."
How many points is MALAM worth in Scrabble?: MALAM is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MALAM?: MALAM is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MALAM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MALAMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.