How many points is BALLAST worth in Scrabble?

BALLAST is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BALLAST?

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

Can you add a letter to BALLAST?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

BALLAST

9 pts

BALLAST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. BALLAST means "substance used to stabilize a ship when it is not carrying cargo".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

substance used to stabilize a ship when it is not carrying cargo

In a sentence: "The ballast is noted."

Share BALLAST

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

Back hooks

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

BALLASTS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

BALLAST Scrabble FAQ

Is BALLAST a Scrabble word?: BALLAST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does BALLAST mean?: substance used to stabilize a ship when it is not carrying cargo
How do you use BALLAST in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ballast is noted."
How many points is BALLAST worth in Scrabble?: BALLAST is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BALLAST?: BALLAST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BALLAST?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BALLASTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.