How many points is DICK worth in Scrabble?

DICK is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DICK?

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

Can you add a letter to DICK?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DICK

11 pts

DICK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. DICK means "a detective".

Meaning & examples

/dɪk/

Pronunciation: /dɪk/

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noun

A male person.
The penis.
A highly contemptible person; a jerk.
Example: That person is such a dick.

Synonyms: asshole, dickhead, jerk

verb

To mistreat or take advantage of somebody (often with around or up).
Example: Dude, don't let them dick you around like that!
(of a man) To have sexual intercourse with.

Synonyms: bone, go to bed with, schlong

noun

A detective.
Example: private dick, railroad dick

noun

A declaration.

numeral

Ten in Cumbrian sheep counting

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a detective

In a sentence: "The dick is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

DETECTIVE15 pts

Word forms

DICKS12 pts

Back hooks

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

DICKY15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

DICK Scrabble FAQ

Is DICK a Scrabble word?: DICK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
What does DICK mean?: a detective
How do you use DICK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The dick is noted."
How many points is DICK worth in Scrabble?: DICK is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DICK?: DICK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DICK?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DICKY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.