How many points is FLOWER worth in Scrabble?

FLOWER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FLOWER?

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

Can you add a letter to FLOWER?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

FLOWER

12 pts

FLOWER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. FLOWER means "to put forth flowers (reproductive structures of seed-bearing plants)".

Meaning & examples

/ˈfləʊə/

Pronunciation

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Pronunciation: /ˈflaʊ.ə/

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noun

A colorful, conspicuous structure associated with angiosperms, frequently scented and attracting various insects, and which may or may not be used for sexual reproduction.
A reproductive structure in angiosperms (flowering plants), often conspicuously colourful and typically including sepals, petals, and either or both stamens and/or a pistil.
A plant that bears flowers, especially a plant that is small and lacks wood.
Example: We transplanted the flowers to a larger pot.

Synonyms: cream, prime, head, pseudanthium

verb

To put forth blooms.
Example: This plant flowers in June.
To decorate with pictures of flowers.
To reach a state of full development or achievement.

Synonyms: flourish, bloom, blossom

noun

Something that flows, such as a river.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to put forth flowers (reproductive structures of seed-bearing plants)

In a sentence: "They flower."

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Word forms

Back hooks

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FLOWERY16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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FLOWER Scrabble FAQ

Is FLOWER a Scrabble word?: FLOWER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does FLOWER mean?: to put forth flowers (reproductive structures of seed-bearing plants)
How do you use FLOWER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They flower."
How many points is FLOWER worth in Scrabble?: FLOWER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FLOWER?: FLOWER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FLOWER?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FLOWERY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.