How many points is PARLAYS worth in Scrabble?

PARLAYS is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PARLAYS?

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

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PARLAYS

12 pts

PARLAYS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. PARLAYS is a verb form of parlay. PARLAY means "to bet an original wager and its winnings on a subsequent event".

Meaning & examples

noun

(originally United States) A bet or series of bets where the stake and winnings are cumulatively carried forward; an accumulator.

verb

To carry forward the stake and winnings from a bet on to a subsequent wager or series of wagers.
(by extension) To increase (an asset, money, etc.) by gambling or investing in a daring manner.
Example: Shall we parlay the value of our products?
(by extension, generally) To convert (a situation, thing, etc.) into something better.

verb

To have a discussion, especially one between enemies.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PARLAYS is a verb form of parlay. PARLAY means "to bet an original wager and its winnings on a subsequent event".

In a sentence: "They parlays."

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Base words

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PARLAY11 pts

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

Letter Values

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PARLAYS Scrabble FAQ

Is PARLAYS a Scrabble word?: PARLAYS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does PARLAYS mean?: PARLAYS is a verb form of parlay. PARLAY means "to bet an original wager and its winnings on a subsequent event".
How do you use PARLAYS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They parlays."
How many points is PARLAYS worth in Scrabble?: PARLAYS is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PARLAYS?: PARLAYS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).