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RATE

4 pts

RATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points. RATE means "to estimate the value of".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to estimate the value of

In a sentence: "They rate."

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R1
A1
T1
E1
= 4

RATE Scrabble FAQ

Is RATE a Scrabble word?
RATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points.
What does RATE mean?
to estimate the value of
How do you use RATE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They rate."
How many points is RATE worth in Scrabble?
RATE is worth 4 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RATE?
RATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RATE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRATE, GRATE, IRATE, ORATE, PRATE, URATE, RATEL. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.