How many points is FACE worth in Scrabble?

FACE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FACE?

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

Can you add a letter to FACE?

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

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FACE

9 pts

FACE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. FACE means "to oppose or meet defiantly".

Meaning & examples

/feɪs/

Pronunciation: /feɪs/

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noun

The front part of the head of a human or other animal, featuring the eyes, nose and mouth, and the surrounding area.
Example: That girl has a pretty face.
One's facial expression.
Example: Why the sad face?
(in expressions such as 'make a face') A distorted facial expression; an expression of displeasure, insult, etc.
Example: Children! Stop making faces at each other!

Synonyms: countenance, expression, facial expression, look, visage, facet, surface, phiz

Antonyms: heel

verb

(of a person or animal) To position oneself or itself so as to have one's face closest to (something).
Example: Face the sun.
(of an object) To have its front closest to, or in the direction of (something else).
Example: Turn the chair so it faces the table.
To cause (something) to turn or present a face or front, as in a particular direction.

Synonyms: confront, deal with

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to oppose or meet defiantly

In a sentence: "They face."

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FACET10 pts

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Letter Values

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FACE Scrabble FAQ

Is FACE a Scrabble word?: FACE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does FACE mean?: to oppose or meet defiantly
How do you use FACE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They face."
How many points is FACE worth in Scrabble?: FACE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FACE?: FACE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FACE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FACET. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

FACE

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