How many points is LITERATES worth in Scrabble?

LITERATES is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LITERATES?

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

Can you add a letter to LITERATES?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LITERATES

9 pts

LITERATES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. LITERATES is a noun form of literate. LITERATE means "one who can read and write".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LITERATES is a noun form of literate. LITERATE means "one who can read and write".

In a sentence: "The literates is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of LITERATES. It scores 9 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LITERATE8 pts

Front hooks

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

ALITERATES10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

LITERATES Scrabble FAQ

Is LITERATES a Scrabble word?: LITERATES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does LITERATES mean?: LITERATES is a noun form of literate. LITERATE means "one who can read and write".
How do you use LITERATES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The literates is noted."
How many points is LITERATES worth in Scrabble?: LITERATES is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LITERATES?: LITERATES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LITERATES?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ALITERATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.