How many points is CISTERN worth in Scrabble?

CISTERN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CISTERN?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

CISTERN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. CISTERN means "a water tank".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a water tank

In a sentence: "The cistern is noted."

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

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

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

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Is CISTERN a Scrabble word?: CISTERN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does CISTERN mean?: a water tank
How do you use CISTERN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cistern is noted."
How many points is CISTERN worth in Scrabble?: CISTERN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CISTERN?: CISTERN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CISTERN?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CISTERNA. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.