How many points is LAXES worth in Scrabble?

LAXES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LAXES?

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

Can you add a letter to LAXES?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LAXES

12 pts

LAXES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. LAXES means "lax, a vowel articulated with relatively relaxed muscles. LAX means "not strict or stringent".".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

lax, a vowel articulated with relatively relaxed muscles. LAX means "not strict or stringent".

In a sentence: "The laxes is noted."

Share LAXES

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

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LAX10 pts

Front hooks

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

FLAXES16 pts

Back hooks

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

LAXEST13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

LAXES Scrabble FAQ

Is LAXES a Scrabble word?: LAXES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does LAXES mean?: lax, a vowel articulated with relatively relaxed muscles. LAX means "not strict or stringent".
How do you use LAXES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The laxes is noted."
How many points is LAXES worth in Scrabble?: LAXES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LAXES?: LAXES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LAXES?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FLAXES, LAXEST. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.