How many points is PENALTY worth in Scrabble?

PENALTY is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PENALTY?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PENALTY

12 pts

PENALTY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. PENALTY means "a punishment imposed for violation of a law, rule, or agreement".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a punishment imposed for violation of a law, rule, or agreement

In a sentence: "The penalty is noted."

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

Word forms

PENALTIES11 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

PENALTY Scrabble FAQ

Is PENALTY a Scrabble word?: PENALTY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does PENALTY mean?: a punishment imposed for violation of a law, rule, or agreement
How do you use PENALTY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The penalty is noted."
How many points is PENALTY worth in Scrabble?: PENALTY is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PENALTY?: PENALTY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).