How many points is BASTARD worth in Scrabble?

BASTARD is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BASTARD?

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

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

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10 pts

BASTARD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. BASTARD means "very difficult or unpleasant thing".

/ˈbɑːs.təd/

Pronunciation: /ˈbɑːs.təd/

Pronunciation: /ˈbæs.tɚd/

A person who was born out of wedlock, and hence often considered an illegitimate descendant.
A mongrel (biological cross between different breeds, groups or varieties).
(typically referring to a man) A contemptible, inconsiderate, overly or arrogantly rude or spiteful person.
Example: Some bastard stole my car while I was helping an injured person.

Synonyms: arsehole, asshole, son of a bitch, born in the vestry, illegitimate, love-child

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slang

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

very difficult or unpleasant thing

In a sentence: "BASTARD."

Check the Scrabble meaning of BASTARD. It scores 10 points.

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

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

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Is BASTARD a Scrabble word?: BASTARD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does BASTARD mean?: very difficult or unpleasant thing
How do you use BASTARD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "BASTARD."
How many points is BASTARD worth in Scrabble?: BASTARD is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BASTARD?: BASTARD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BASTARD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BASTARDS, BASTARDY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.