How many points is FATHERLY worth in Scrabble?

FATHERLY is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FATHERLY?

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

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FATHERLY

17 pts

FATHERLY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. FATHERLY is a adjective form of paternal. PATERNAL means "pertaining to a father".

Meaning & examples

/ˈfɑːðəli/

adjective

Characteristic of what is considered the ideal behaviour pertaining to fatherhood.
Example: fatherly advice
Characteristic of fathers, paternal.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FATHERLY is a adjective form of paternal. PATERNAL means "pertaining to a father".

In a sentence: "It is fatherly."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of FATHERLY. It scores 17 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

PATERNAL10 pts

Related words

FATHERLINESS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

FATHERLY Scrabble FAQ

Is FATHERLY a Scrabble word?: FATHERLY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does FATHERLY mean?: FATHERLY is a adjective form of paternal. PATERNAL means "pertaining to a father".
How do you use FATHERLY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is fatherly."
How many points is FATHERLY worth in Scrabble?: FATHERLY is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FATHERLY?: FATHERLY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).