How many points is TIPS worth in Scrabble?

TIPS is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TIPS?

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

Can you add a letter to TIPS?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

TIPS

6 pts

TIPS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. TIPS is a verb form of tip. TIP means "to tilt".

Meaning & examples

/tɪps/

Pronunciation: /tɪps/

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noun

The tip of the external ear.
A small earpiece or earplug.
The part of an earbud that contours to the ear canal.
Example: The shape of the nozzle prevents the use of aftermarket eartips.

Synonyms: eartipping, tip

noun

The extreme end of something, especially when pointed; e.g. the sharp end of a pencil.
Example: the tip of one's nose
A piece of metal, fabric or other material used to cover the top of something for protection, utility or decoration.
Example: a tip for an umbrella, a shoe, a gas burner, etc.
The end of a bow of a stringed instrument that is not held.

Synonyms: extremity

verb

To provide with a tip; to cover the tip of.

noun

(skittles) The knocking over of a skittle.
An act of tipping up or tilting.
An area or a place for dumping something, such as rubbish or refuse, as from a mine; a heap (see tipple); a dump.

verb

(To cause) to become knocked over, fall down or overturn.
(To cause) to be, or come to be, in a tilted or sloping position; (to cause) to become unbalanced.
To drink.

noun

A light blow or tap.

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2) · en.wiktionary.org (3)

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

TIPS is a verb form of tip. TIP means "to tilt".

In a sentence: "They tips."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

TIP5 pts

Back hooks

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

TIPSY10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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TIPS Scrabble FAQ

Is TIPS a Scrabble word?: TIPS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
What does TIPS mean?: TIPS is a verb form of tip. TIP means "to tilt".
How do you use TIPS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They tips."
How many points is TIPS worth in Scrabble?: TIPS is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TIPS?: TIPS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TIPS?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes TIPSY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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