How many points is SET worth in Scrabble?

SET is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SET?

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

Can you add a letter to SET?

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

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SET

3 pts

SET is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. SET means "to put in a particular position".

Meaning & examples

/sɛt/

Pronunciation: /sɛt/

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verb

To put (something) down, to rest.
Example: Set the tray there.
To attach or affix (something) to something else, or in or upon a certain place.
Example: I have set my heart on running the marathon.
To put in a specified condition or state; to cause to be.

Synonyms: lay, put, set down, light

Antonyms: extinguish, put out, quench, pick up

noun

A punch for setting nails in wood.
Example: nail set
A device for receiving broadcast radio waves (or, more recently, broadcast data); a radio or television.
Example: television set
A small tuber or bulb used instead of seed, particularly onion sets and potato sets.

noun

The system of tunnels that is the home of a badger.
The pattern of distinctive threads and yarns that make up the plaid of a Scottish tartan.
A small, square-cut piece of quarried stone used for paving and edging.

Synonyms: Belgian block

adjective

Fixed in position.
Rigid, solidified.
Ready, prepared.
Example: on your marks, get set, go!; on your marks, set, go!

Synonyms: fixed, rigid, determined, intent, dictated, prearranged, predetermined, prescribed

noun

A young plant fit for setting out; a slip; shoot.
A rudimentary fruit.
The setting of the sun or other luminary; (by extension) the close of the day.

Synonyms: dusk, eve, evening, sundown, sunset, drum, drum kit, drum set

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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

to put in a particular position

In a sentence: "They set."

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SETTER6 pts

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Add one letter after SET. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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

Letter Values

= 3

SET Scrabble FAQ

Is SET a Scrabble word?: SET is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points.
What does SET mean?: to put in a particular position
How do you use SET in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They set."
How many points is SET worth in Scrabble?: SET is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SET?: SET is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SET?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SETA, SETT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

SET

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