How many points is GAVE worth in Scrabble?

GAVE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GAVE?

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

Can you add a letter to GAVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

GAVE

8 pts

GAVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. GAVE is a verb form of give. GIVE means "to transfer freely to another's possession".

verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

GAVE is a verb form of give. GIVE means "to transfer freely to another's possession".

In a sentence: "They gave."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of GAVE. It scores 8 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

GIVE8 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before GAVE. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

AGAVE9 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after GAVE. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

GAVEL9 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 8

GAVE Scrabble FAQ

Is GAVE a Scrabble word?: GAVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does GAVE mean?: GAVE is a verb form of give. GIVE means "to transfer freely to another's possession".
How do you use GAVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They gave."
How many points is GAVE worth in Scrabble?: GAVE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GAVE?: GAVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GAVE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AGAVE, GAVEL. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.