How many points is SUSTAINS worth in Scrabble?

SUSTAINS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SUSTAINS?

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

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SUSTAINS

8 pts

SUSTAINS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. SUSTAINS is a verb form of sustain. SUSTAIN means "to maintain by providing with food and drink".

Meaning & examples

noun

A mechanism which can be used to hold a note, as the right pedal on a piano.

verb

To maintain, or keep in existence.
Example: The city came under sustained attack by enemy forces.
To provide for or nourish.
Example: provisions to sustain an army
To encourage or sanction (something).

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SUSTAINS is a verb form of sustain. SUSTAIN means "to maintain by providing with food and drink".

In a sentence: "They sustains."

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SUSTAIN7 pts

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Letter Values

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SUSTAINS Scrabble FAQ

Is SUSTAINS a Scrabble word?: SUSTAINS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does SUSTAINS mean?: SUSTAINS is a verb form of sustain. SUSTAIN means "to maintain by providing with food and drink".
How do you use SUSTAINS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They sustains."
How many points is SUSTAINS worth in Scrabble?: SUSTAINS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SUSTAINS?: SUSTAINS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).