How many points is GINGERBREAD worth in Scrabble?

GINGERBREAD is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GINGERBREAD?

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

Can you add a letter to GINGERBREAD?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

GINGERBREAD

16 pts

GINGERBREAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. GINGERBREAD is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ˈd͡ʒɪn(d͡)ʒəbɹɛd/

Pronunciation: /ˈd͡ʒɪnd͡ʒɚbɹɛd/

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noun

A type of cake whose main flavoring is ginger.
Something ersatz; something showy but insubstantial.
A flamboyant Victorian-era architectural style.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

GINGERBREAD is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The gingerbread is noted."

Share GINGERBREAD

Check the Scrabble meaning of GINGERBREAD. It scores 16 points.

Word forms

GINGERBREADS17 pts

Back hooks

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

GINGERBREADY20 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

GINGERBREAD Scrabble FAQ

Is GINGERBREAD a Scrabble word?: GINGERBREAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does GINGERBREAD mean?: GINGERBREAD is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use GINGERBREAD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The gingerbread is noted."
How many points is GINGERBREAD worth in Scrabble?: GINGERBREAD is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GINGERBREAD?: GINGERBREAD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GINGERBREAD?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes GINGERBREADY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.