How many points is BUT worth in Scrabble?

BUT is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BUT?

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

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABUT, BUTE, BUTT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

5 pts

BUT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. BUT is a noun form of flatfish. FLATFISH means "any of an order of marine fishes".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

BUT is a noun form of flatfish. FLATFISH means "any of an order of marine fishes".

In a sentence: "The but is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of BUT. It scores 5 points.

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

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

Add one letter after BUT. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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

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Is BUT a Scrabble word?: BUT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does BUT mean?: BUT is a noun form of flatfish. FLATFISH means "any of an order of marine fishes".
How do you use BUT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The but is noted."
How many points is BUT worth in Scrabble?: BUT is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BUT?: BUT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BUT?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABUT, BUTE, BUTT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.