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TAR

3 pts

TAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. TAR means "to cover with a black, viscous liquid".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to cover with a black, viscous liquid

In a sentence: "They tar."

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Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

T1
A1
R1
= 3

TAR Scrabble FAQ

Is TAR a Scrabble word?
TAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points.
What does TAR mean?
to cover with a black, viscous liquid
How do you use TAR in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They tar."
How many points is TAR worth in Scrabble?
TAR is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TAR?
TAR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TAR?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes STAR, TARE, TARN, TARO, TARP, TART. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.