How many points is FOCAL worth in Scrabble?

FOCAL is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FOCAL?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

FOCAL

10 pts

FOCAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. FOCAL means "pertaining to a focus. FOCUS means "a point at which rays converge or from which they diverge".".

Meaning & examples

/ˈfəʊ.kl̩/

adjective

Belonging to, concerning, or located at a focus
Limited to a small area

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

pertaining to a focus. FOCUS means "a point at which rays converge or from which they diverge".

In a sentence: "It is focal."

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Base words

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FOCUS10 pts

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Letter Values

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FOCAL Scrabble FAQ

Is FOCAL a Scrabble word?: FOCAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does FOCAL mean?: pertaining to a focus. FOCUS means "a point at which rays converge or from which they diverge".
How do you use FOCAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is focal."
How many points is FOCAL worth in Scrabble?: FOCAL is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FOCAL?: FOCAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).