How many points is PROFESSIONAL worth in Scrabble?

PROFESSIONAL is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PROFESSIONAL?

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

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PROFESSIONAL

17 pts

PROFESSIONAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. PROFESSIONAL is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/pɹəˈfɛʃənəl/

Pronunciation: /pɹəˈfɛʃənəl/

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noun

A person who belongs to a profession
A person who earns their living from a specified activity
A reputation known by name

adjective

Of, pertaining to, or in accordance with the (usually high) standards of a profession.
That is carried out for money, especially as a livelihood.
(by extension) Expert.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PROFESSIONAL is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The professional is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PROFESSIONAL. It scores 17 points.

Word forms

PROFESSIONALS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

PROFESSIONAL Scrabble FAQ

Is PROFESSIONAL a Scrabble word?: PROFESSIONAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does PROFESSIONAL mean?: PROFESSIONAL is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use PROFESSIONAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The professional is noted."
How many points is PROFESSIONAL worth in Scrabble?: PROFESSIONAL is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PROFESSIONAL?: PROFESSIONAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).