How many points is DIRECTOR worth in Scrabble?

DIRECTOR is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DIRECTOR?

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

Can you add a letter to DIRECTOR?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DIRECTOR

11 pts

DIRECTOR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. DIRECTOR means "one that directs. DIRECTS means "direct, to control or conduct the affairs of".".

Meaning & examples

/daɪˈɹɛktə(ɹ)/

noun

One who directs; the person in charge of managing a department or directorate (e.g., director of engineering), project, or production (as in a show or film, e.g., film director).
A counselor, confessor, or spiritual guide.
That which directs or orientates something.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

one that directs. DIRECTS means "direct, to control or conduct the affairs of".

In a sentence: "The director is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of DIRECTOR. It scores 11 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

DIRECTS10 pts

Word forms

DIRECTORS12 pts

Back hooks

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

DIRECTORY15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

DIRECTOR Scrabble FAQ

Is DIRECTOR a Scrabble word?: DIRECTOR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
What does DIRECTOR mean?: one that directs. DIRECTS means "direct, to control or conduct the affairs of".
How do you use DIRECTOR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The director is noted."
How many points is DIRECTOR worth in Scrabble?: DIRECTOR is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DIRECTOR?: DIRECTOR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DIRECTOR?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DIRECTORY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.