How many points is ATHLETE worth in Scrabble?

ATHLETE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ATHLETE?

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

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

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ATHLETE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. ATHLETE means "person trained in or good at athletics".

/ˈæθ.lit/

A participant in a group of sporting activities which includes track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking.
Example: She's the first athlete in her sport to obtain a corporate sponsor.
A person who actively participates in physical sports, especially with great skill; a sportsperson.
An exceptionally physically fit person.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

person trained in or good at athletics

In a sentence: "The athlete is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of ATHLETE. It scores 10 points.

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Is ATHLETE a Scrabble word?: ATHLETE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does ATHLETE mean?: person trained in or good at athletics
How do you use ATHLETE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The athlete is noted."
How many points is ATHLETE worth in Scrabble?: ATHLETE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ATHLETE?: ATHLETE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ATHLETE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ATHLETES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.