How many points is SHERIF worth in Scrabble?

SHERIF is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHERIF?

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

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

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12 pts

SHERIF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. SHERIF means "an Arab ruler".

A member of an Arab princely family descended from Muhammad through his son-in-law Ali and daughter Fatima, the "Grand Shereef" being the governor of Mecca.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

an Arab ruler

In a sentence: "The sherif is noted."

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

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

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

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