How many points is DICTATES worth in Scrabble?

DICTATES is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DICTATES?

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

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DICTATES

11 pts

DICTATES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. DICTATES is a verb form of dictate. DICTATE means "to read aloud for recording".

Meaning & examples

noun

An order or command.
Example: I must obey the dictates of my conscience.

verb

To order, command, control.
To speak in order for someone to write down the words.
Example: She is dictating a letter to a stenographer.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DICTATES is a verb form of dictate. DICTATE means "to read aloud for recording".

In a sentence: "They dictates."

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Base words

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DICTATE10 pts

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

Letter Values

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DICTATES Scrabble FAQ

Is DICTATES a Scrabble word?: DICTATES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
What does DICTATES mean?: DICTATES is a verb form of dictate. DICTATE means "to read aloud for recording".
How do you use DICTATES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They dictates."
How many points is DICTATES worth in Scrabble?: DICTATES is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DICTATES?: DICTATES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).