How many points is OBSTACLE worth in Scrabble?

OBSTACLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OBSTACLE?

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

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OBSTACLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. OBSTACLE means "a hindrance".

/ˈɒbstəkl̩/

Pronunciation: /ˈɑbstəkl̩/

Something that impedes, stands in the way of, or holds up progress
Example: A big obstacle to understanding the manual was that it had been poorly translated from the Japanese.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a hindrance

In a sentence: "The obstacle is noted."

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

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