How many points is ANAPEST worth in Scrabble?

ANAPEST is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ANAPEST?

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

Can you add a letter to ANAPEST?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANAPESTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ANAPEST

9 pts

ANAPEST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. ANAPEST is a noun form of anapaest. ANAPAEST means "metrical foot of three syllables, the first two short, the last long".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ANAPEST is a noun form of anapaest. ANAPAEST means "metrical foot of three syllables, the first two short, the last long".

In a sentence: "The anapest is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of ANAPEST. It scores 9 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

ANAPAEST10 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after ANAPEST. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

ANAPESTS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

ANAPEST Scrabble FAQ

Is ANAPEST a Scrabble word?: ANAPEST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does ANAPEST mean?: ANAPEST is a noun form of anapaest. ANAPAEST means "metrical foot of three syllables, the first two short, the last long".
How do you use ANAPEST in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The anapest is noted."
How many points is ANAPEST worth in Scrabble?: ANAPEST is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ANAPEST?: ANAPEST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ANAPEST?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANAPESTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.