How many points is FAMILIAR worth in Scrabble?

FAMILIAR is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FAMILIAR?

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

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FAMILIAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. FAMILIAR means "a close friend or associate".

/fəˈmɪl.i.ə/

Pronunciation: /fəˈmɪl.i.ɚ/

An attendant spirit, often in animal or demon form.
Example: The witch’s familiar was a black cat.
A member of one's family or household.
A member of a pope's or bishop's household.

Synonyms: nigget

Known to one, or generally known; commonplace.
Example: there’s a familiar face; that tune sounds familiar
Acquainted.
Example: I'm quite familiar with this system; she's not familiar with manual gears
Intimate or friendly.
Example: we are not on familiar terms; our neighbour is not familiar

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a close friend or associate

In a sentence: "The familiar is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FAMILIAR. It scores 13 points.

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

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Is FAMILIAR a Scrabble word?: FAMILIAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does FAMILIAR mean?: a close friend or associate
How do you use FAMILIAR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The familiar is noted."
How many points is FAMILIAR worth in Scrabble?: FAMILIAR is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FAMILIAR?: FAMILIAR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).