How many points is DOWNBEAT worth in Scrabble?

DOWNBEAT is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DOWNBEAT?

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

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DOWNBEAT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. DOWNBEAT means "the first beat of a musical measure".

The accented beat at the beginning of a bar (indicated by a conductor with a downward stroke).

Sad or pessimistic.
Example: He sounded downbeat when asked about his future plans.
Cautiously optimistic.
Example: She carried herself with a quiet downbeat grace.

Antonyms: upbeat

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the first beat of a musical measure

In a sentence: "The downbeat is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DOWNBEAT. It scores 14 points.

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Is DOWNBEAT a Scrabble word?: DOWNBEAT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does DOWNBEAT mean?: the first beat of a musical measure
How do you use DOWNBEAT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The downbeat is noted."
How many points is DOWNBEAT worth in Scrabble?: DOWNBEAT is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DOWNBEAT?: DOWNBEAT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).