How many points is BACKBOARD worth in Scrabble?

BACKBOARD is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BACKBOARD?

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

Can you add a letter to BACKBOARD?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

BACKBOARD

20 pts

BACKBOARD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. BACKBOARD means "board that is placed behind something to form or support its back".

Meaning & examples

noun

The flat vertical surface to which the basket is attached.
A flat vertical wall with the image of a tennis net drawn or painted on it. Designed to practice hitting against such that the ball bounces back.
(first aid) A spine board.

noun

The port or larboard side of a ship

Synonyms: larboard, port

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

board that is placed behind something to form or support its back

In a sentence: "The backboard is noted."

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BACKBOARDS21 pts

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

Letter Values

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BACKBOARD Scrabble FAQ

Is BACKBOARD a Scrabble word?: BACKBOARD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does BACKBOARD mean?: board that is placed behind something to form or support its back
How do you use BACKBOARD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The backboard is noted."
How many points is BACKBOARD worth in Scrabble?: BACKBOARD is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKBOARD?: BACKBOARD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BACKBOARD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BACKBOARDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.