How many points is RESERVES worth in Scrabble?

RESERVES is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RESERVES?

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

Can you add a letter to RESERVES?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRESERVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RESERVES

11 pts

RESERVES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. RESERVES is a verb form of reserve. RESERVE means "to keep back for future use".

Meaning & examples

/ɹɪˈzɜːvz/

Pronunciation: /ɹɪˈzɝvz/

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noun

(behaviour) Restriction.
That which is reserved or kept back, as for future use.
(social) Something initially kept back for later use in a recreation.

Synonyms: Army Reserve, TA, TAVR, Territorial Army, reservists, terriers, territorials, reticence

verb

To keep back; to retain.
Example: We reserve the right to make modifications.
To keep in store for future or special use.
Example: This cake is reserved for the guests!
To book in advance; to make a reservation.
Example: I reserved a table for us at the best restaurant in town.

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RESERVES is a verb form of reserve. RESERVE means "to keep back for future use".

In a sentence: "They reserves."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RESERVE10 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before RESERVES. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

PRESERVES14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

RESERVES Scrabble FAQ

Is RESERVES a Scrabble word?: RESERVES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
What does RESERVES mean?: RESERVES is a verb form of reserve. RESERVE means "to keep back for future use".
How do you use RESERVES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They reserves."
How many points is RESERVES worth in Scrabble?: RESERVES is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RESERVES?: RESERVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RESERVES?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRESERVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.