How many points is EXPAND worth in Scrabble?

EXPAND is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXPAND?

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

Scrabble

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16 pts

EXPAND is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. EXPAND means "to increase in size or volume".

/ɛkˈspænd/

Pronunciation: /ɛkˈspænd/

To change (something) from a smaller form and/or size to a larger one; to spread out or lay open.
Example: You can expand this compact umbrella to cover a large table.
To increase the extent, number, volume or scope of (something).
Example: A flower expands its leaves.
To express (something) at length and/or in detail.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to increase in size or volume

In a sentence: "They expand."

Check the Scrabble meaning of EXPAND. It scores 16 points.

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

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Is EXPAND a Scrabble word?: EXPAND is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does EXPAND mean?: to increase in size or volume
How do you use EXPAND in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They expand."
How many points is EXPAND worth in Scrabble?: EXPAND is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXPAND?: EXPAND is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).