How many points is ALCOVES worth in Scrabble?

ALCOVES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ALCOVES?

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

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ALCOVES

12 pts

ALCOVES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. ALCOVES is a noun form of alcove. ALCOVE means "recess in the wall of a room".

Meaning & examples

noun

A small recessed area set off from a larger room.
A shady retreat.
Example: The house was situated in a leafy alcove.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ALCOVES is a noun form of alcove. ALCOVE means "recess in the wall of a room".

In a sentence: "The alcoves is noted."

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Base words

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ALCOVE11 pts

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Letter Values

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ALCOVES Scrabble FAQ

Is ALCOVES a Scrabble word?: ALCOVES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does ALCOVES mean?: ALCOVES is a noun form of alcove. ALCOVE means "recess in the wall of a room".
How do you use ALCOVES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The alcoves is noted."
How many points is ALCOVES worth in Scrabble?: ALCOVES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ALCOVES?: ALCOVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).