How many points is BEFORE worth in Scrabble?

BEFORE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BEFORE?

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

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BEFORE

11 pts

BEFORE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. BEFORE means "indicating something earlier in time, in front of, or preferred to".

Meaning & examples

/bɪˈfɔː/

Pronunciation: /biˈfɔɹ/

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adverb

At an earlier time.
Example: I've never done this before.
In advance.
At the front end.

Synonyms: previously, in front, ahead

Antonyms: after, behind

preposition

Earlier than (in time).
Example: I want this done before Monday.
In front of in space.
Example: He stood before me.
In the presence of.
Example: He performed before the troops in North Africa.

Synonyms: by, ere, no later than, previous to, prior to, ahead of, in front of

Antonyms: after, later, behind

conjunction

In advance of the time when.
Rather or sooner than.
Example: I'll die before I'll tell you anything about it.

Synonyms: lest

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adverb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

indicating something earlier in time, in front of, or preferred to

In a sentence: "They did it before."

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Letter Values

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BEFORE Scrabble FAQ

Is BEFORE a Scrabble word?: BEFORE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does BEFORE mean?: indicating something earlier in time, in front of, or preferred to
How do you use BEFORE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They did it before."
How many points is BEFORE worth in Scrabble?: BEFORE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BEFORE?: BEFORE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).