How many points is FOSTER worth in Scrabble?

FOSTER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FOSTER?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

FOSTER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. FOSTER means "to promote the growth of".

/ˈfɒstə/

Pronunciation

To nurture or bring up offspring, or to provide similar parental care to an unrelated child.
To cultivate and grow something.
Example: Our company fosters an appreciation for the arts.
To nurse or cherish something.

Antonyms: hinder

Providing parental care to children not related to oneself.
Example: foster parents
Receiving such care.
Example: a foster child
Related by such care.
Example: We are a foster family.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to promote the growth of

In a sentence: "They foster."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FOSTER. It scores 9 points.

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Is FOSTER a Scrabble word?: FOSTER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does FOSTER mean?: to promote the growth of
How do you use FOSTER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They foster."
How many points is FOSTER worth in Scrabble?: FOSTER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FOSTER?: FOSTER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).