How many points is KENNING worth in Scrabble?

KENNING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept KENNING?

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

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KENNING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. KENNING means "a metaphorical compound word or phrase".

/ˈkɛnɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɛnɪŋ/

To give birth, conceive, beget, be born; to develop (as a fetus); to nourish, sustain (as life).

Sight, view; specifically a distant view at sea.
The range or extent of vision, especially at sea; (by extension) a marine measure of approximately twenty miles.
As little as one can discriminate or recognize; a small portion, a little.
Example: put in a kenning of salt

A chalaza or tread of an egg (a spiral band attaching the yolk of the egg to the eggshell); a cicatricula.

A metaphorical phrase used in Germanic poetry (especially Old English or Old Norse) whereby a simple thing is described in an allusive way.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a metaphorical compound word or phrase

In a sentence: "The kenning is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of KENNING. It scores 12 points.

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Is KENNING a Scrabble word?: KENNING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does KENNING mean?: a metaphorical compound word or phrase
How do you use KENNING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The kenning is noted."
How many points is KENNING worth in Scrabble?: KENNING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept KENNING?: KENNING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).