How many points is DIRECTION worth in Scrabble?

DIRECTION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DIRECTION?

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

Scrabble

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DIRECTION

12 pts

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

Meaning & examples

/d(a)ɪˈɹɛk.ʃən/

Pronunciation: /d(a)ɪˈɹɛk.ʃən/

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Pronunciation: /d(a)ɪˈɹɛk.ʃən/

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noun

A theoretical line (physically or mentally) followed from a point of origin or towards a destination. May be relative (e.g. up, left, outbound, dorsal), geographical (e.g. north), rotational (e.g. clockwise), or with respect to an object or location (e.g. toward Boston).
Example: Keep going in the same direction.
A general trend for future action.
Guidance, instruction.
Example: The trombonist looked to the bandleader for direction.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The direction is noted."

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Word forms

DIRECTIONS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

DIRECTION Scrabble FAQ

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