How many points is GOVERNESS worth in Scrabble?

GOVERNESS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GOVERNESS?

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

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

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13 pts

GOVERNESS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. GOVERNESS means "a woman who governs".

/ˈɡʌvnəs/

Pronunciation: /ˈɡʌvɚnəs/

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a woman who governs

In a sentence: "The governess is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of GOVERNESS. It scores 13 points.

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

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

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Is GOVERNESS a Scrabble word?: GOVERNESS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does GOVERNESS mean?: a woman who governs
How do you use GOVERNESS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The governess is noted."
How many points is GOVERNESS worth in Scrabble?: GOVERNESS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GOVERNESS?: GOVERNESS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GOVERNESS?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes GOVERNESSY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.