f-o-a-m
FOAM is a high-value 4-letter word featuring the premium letter F (4 points) and M (3 points). This combination makes it an excellent choice for maximizing points on the board.
9
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
FOAM refers to a mass of small bubbles formed on or in liquid, typically by agitation or fermentation. In word games, FOAM is particularly valuable scoring 9 base points due to its F (4 points) and M (3 points) tiles. The word's balanced vowel-consonant structure makes it easy to place on crowded boards, while its high-value consonants ensure solid scoring even without premium squares.
The word "foam" derives from Old English "fām," which is related to Old High German "feim" and Latin "spūma" (froth). The Proto-Germanic root *faimaz likely originated from the Proto-Indo-European *spoimo-, meaning "foam" or "froth." This ancient lineage reflects humanity's long observation of this natural phenomenon, making FOAM both linguistically rich and strategically valuable in word games.
•FOAM contains two high-value consonants (F=4, M=3) making it worth 9 base points - exceptional for a 4-letter word
•The F tile is one of only 2 in Scrabble, making FOAM a premium play when you draw this valuable letter
•FOAM easily extends to FOAMS, FOAMED, FOAMING, FOAMY, creating multiple high-scoring opportunities
""I held onto my F tile until I could play FOAM with the F on a triple letter score - that's 21 points just from one tile!""
""FOAM is my go-to word when I draw an F - the 9 base points are guaranteed value.""
Total base points: 9 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 2 | Consonants: 2
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