How many points is RISKY worth in Scrabble?

RISKY is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RISKY?

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

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

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12 pts

RISKY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. RISKY means "dangerous".

/ˈɹɪski/

Dangerous, involving risks.
Example: Investing in this start-up company could be risky.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

dangerous

In a sentence: "It is risky."

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

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

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

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

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Is RISKY a Scrabble word?: RISKY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does RISKY mean?: dangerous
How do you use RISKY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is risky."
How many points is RISKY worth in Scrabble?: RISKY is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RISKY?: RISKY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RISKY?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FRISKY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.