How many points is SPIRALS worth in Scrabble?

SPIRALS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SPIRALS?

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

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SPIRALS

9 pts

SPIRALS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. SPIRALS is a verb form of spiral. SPIRAL means "to move like a certain type of plane curve".

Meaning & examples

noun

A curve that is the locus of a point that rotates about a fixed point while continuously increasing its distance from that point.
A helix.
A self-sustaining process with a lot of momentum involved, so it is difficult to accelerate or stop it at once.

verb

To move along the path of a spiral or helix.
Example: The falling leaves spiralled down from the tree.
To cause something to spiral.
Example: You need to learn how to spiral a ball.
To increase continually.
Example: Her debts were spiralling out of control.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SPIRALS is a verb form of spiral. SPIRAL means "to move like a certain type of plane curve".

In a sentence: "They spirals."

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Base words

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SPIRAL8 pts

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Letter Values

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SPIRALS Scrabble FAQ

Is SPIRALS a Scrabble word?: SPIRALS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does SPIRALS mean?: SPIRALS is a verb form of spiral. SPIRAL means "to move like a certain type of plane curve".
How do you use SPIRALS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They spirals."
How many points is SPIRALS worth in Scrabble?: SPIRALS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SPIRALS?: SPIRALS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).