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LATE
4 ptsLATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points. LATE means "coming or occurring after the expected time".
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adjective
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
coming or occurring after the expected time
In a sentence: "It is late."
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Add one letter before LATE. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.
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Add one letter after LATE. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
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Letter Values
L1
A1
T1
E1
= 4
LATE Scrabble FAQ
- Is LATE a Scrabble word?
- LATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points.
- What does LATE mean?
- coming or occurring after the expected time
- How do you use LATE in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "It is late."
- How many points is LATE worth in Scrabble?
- LATE is worth 4 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept LATE?
- LATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to LATE?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ALATE, BLATE, ELATE, PLATE, SLATE, LATED, LATEN, LATEX. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.