How many points is BASES worth in Scrabble?

BASES is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BASES?

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

Can you add a letter to BASES?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

BASES

7 pts

BASES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points. BASES is a noun form of basis. BASIS means "fundamental principles etc from which something is started or developed".

Meaning & examples

/ˈbeɪsɪz/

Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪsɪz/

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Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪsiːz/

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noun

Something from which other things extend; a foundation.
The starting point of a logical deduction or thought; basis.
A permanent structure for housing military personnel and material.

Synonyms: alkali

Antonyms: acid, apex

verb

To give as its foundation or starting point; to lay the foundation of.
To be located (at a particular place).
(acrobatics, cheerleading) To act as a base; to be the person supporting the flyer.

noun

A low spectrum of sound tones.
Example: Peter adjusted the equalizer on his audio equipment to emphasize the bass.
A section of musical group that produces low-pitched sound, lower than the baritone and tenor.
Example: The conductor preferred to situate the bass in the middle rear, rather than to one side of the orchestra.
One who sings in the bass range.
Example: Halfway through middle school, Edgar morphed from a soprano to a bass, much to the amazement and amusement of his fellow choristers.

Synonyms: F clef, basso

noun

A root.
A primitive word, from which other words may be derived.
The number of distinct symbols used to represent numbers in a particular base, as ten for decimal.

Synonyms: primitive, radical

noun

A physical base or foundation.
A starting point, base or foundation for an argument or hypothesis.
An underlying condition or circumstance.

Synonyms: base

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2) · en.wiktionary.org (3) · en.wiktionary.org (4) · en.wiktionary.org (5)

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

BASES is a noun form of basis. BASIS means "fundamental principles etc from which something is started or developed".

In a sentence: "The bases is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

BASIS7 pts

Front hooks

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

ABASES8 pts

Back hooks

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

BASEST8 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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BASES Scrabble FAQ

Is BASES a Scrabble word?: BASES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points.
What does BASES mean?: BASES is a noun form of basis. BASIS means "fundamental principles etc from which something is started or developed".
How do you use BASES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The bases is noted."
How many points is BASES worth in Scrabble?: BASES is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BASES?: BASES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BASES?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABASES, BASEST. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.