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YAW

9 pts

YAW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. YAW means "to deviate from an intended course".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to deviate from an intended course

In a sentence: "They yaw."

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

Letter Values

Y4
A1
W4
= 9

YAW Scrabble FAQ

Is YAW a Scrabble word?
YAW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does YAW mean?
to deviate from an intended course
How do you use YAW in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They yaw."
How many points is YAW worth in Scrabble?
YAW is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept YAW?
YAW is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to YAW?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes YAWL, YAWN, YAWP. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.