How many points is DE worth in Scrabble?

DE is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DE?

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

Can you add a letter to DE?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ODE, DEB, DEE, DEF, DEL, DEN, DEP, DEV, DEW, DEX, DEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DE

3 pts

DE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. DE is a preposition form of of. OF means "coming from".

Meaning & examples

verb

To do.

interjection

A meaningless syllable used when singing a tune or indicating a rhythm.
Example: "Dum de dum, dum de dum", he hummed as he sauntered down the road.

Definitions and examples via Free Dictionary API. Word-game validity is checked separately against NWL2023 and CSW24.

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preposition

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DE is a preposition form of of. OF means "coming from".

In a sentence: "DE."

Share DE

Check the Scrabble meaning of DE. It scores 3 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

OF5 pts

Front hooks

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

ODE4 pts

Back hooks

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

Letter Values

= 3

DE Scrabble FAQ

Is DE a Scrabble word?: DE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points.
What does DE mean?: DE is a preposition form of of. OF means "coming from".
How do you use DE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "DE."
How many points is DE worth in Scrabble?: DE is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DE?: DE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ODE, DEB, DEE, DEF, DEL, DEN, DEP, DEV, DEW, DEX, DEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.