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BACKSTARTING

21 pts

BACKSTARTING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points. BACKSTARTING means "starting back; stepping backwards".

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

starting back; stepping backwards

In a sentence: "It is backstarting."

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

B3
A1
C3
K5
S1
T1
A1
R1
T1
I1
N1
G2
= 21

BACKSTARTING Scrabble FAQ

Is BACKSTARTING a Scrabble word?
BACKSTARTING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points.
What does BACKSTARTING mean?
starting back; stepping backwards
How do you use BACKSTARTING in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is backstarting."
How many points is BACKSTARTING worth in Scrabble?
BACKSTARTING is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKSTARTING?
BACKSTARTING is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BACKSTARTING?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BACKSTARTINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.