How many points is BASED worth in Scrabble?

BASED is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BASED?

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

Can you add a letter to BASED?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

BASED

8 pts

BASED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. BASED is a noun form of base. BASE means "bottom or supporting part of anything".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

BASED is a noun form of base. BASE means "bottom or supporting part of anything".

In a sentence: "The based is noted."

Share BASED

Check the Scrabble meaning of BASED. It scores 8 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

BASE6 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before BASED. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

ABASED9 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 8

BASED Scrabble FAQ

Is BASED a Scrabble word?: BASED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does BASED mean?: BASED is a noun form of base. BASE means "bottom or supporting part of anything".
How do you use BASED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The based is noted."
How many points is BASED worth in Scrabble?: BASED is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BASED?: BASED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BASED?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABASED. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.