How many points is DETECTION worth in Scrabble?

DETECTION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETECTION?

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

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DETECTION

12 pts

DETECTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. DETECTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/dəˈtɛkʃən/

noun

The act of detecting or sensing something; discovering something that was hidden or disguised.
The finding out of a constituent, a signal, an agent or the like, mostly by means of a specific device or method.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DETECTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The detection is noted."

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Word forms

DETECTIONS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

DETECTION Scrabble FAQ

Is DETECTION a Scrabble word?: DETECTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does DETECTION mean?: DETECTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use DETECTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The detection is noted."
How many points is DETECTION worth in Scrabble?: DETECTION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETECTION?: DETECTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).