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NEAR
4 ptsNEAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points. NEAR means "situated within a short distance".
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adjective
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
situated within a short distance
In a sentence: "It is near."
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Add one letter before NEAR. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.
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Add one letter after NEAR. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
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Letter Values
N1
E1
A1
R1
= 4
NEAR Scrabble FAQ
- Is NEAR a Scrabble word?
- NEAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points.
- What does NEAR mean?
- situated within a short distance
- How do you use NEAR in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "It is near."
- How many points is NEAR worth in Scrabble?
- NEAR is worth 4 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept NEAR?
- NEAR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to NEAR?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANEAR, NEARS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.