How many points is QUARTERBACK worth in Scrabble?

QUARTERBACK is worth 28 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept QUARTERBACK?

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

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QUARTERBACK

28 pts

QUARTERBACK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 28 points. QUARTERBACK is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

noun

An offensive back whose primary job is to pass the ball in a play.
An offensive back who receives the snap (hike) and then blocks the defense from crossing the line of scrimmage; a blocking back.
(rugby football) A position just behind the forwards, or one who plays this position.

verb

To play the position of quarterback.
(by extension) To lead a team or group; to be primarily responsible for some group project or activity.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "They quarterback."

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Word forms

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

Q10

= 28

QUARTERBACK Scrabble FAQ

Is QUARTERBACK a Scrabble word?: QUARTERBACK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 28 points.
What does QUARTERBACK mean?: QUARTERBACK is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use QUARTERBACK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They quarterback."
How many points is QUARTERBACK worth in Scrabble?: QUARTERBACK is worth 28 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept QUARTERBACK?: QUARTERBACK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).