How many points is BENDER worth in Scrabble?

BENDER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BENDER?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

BENDER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. BENDER means "makeshift shelter".

/ˈbɛndə/

Pronunciation

Synonyms: binge, spree, toot, bender tent

(British slang) Used to express disbelief or doubt at what one has just heard.
(British slang) Used to indicate that the previous phrase was meant sarcastically or ironically.
Example: O yes, I'll do it — bender!

Synonyms: I don't think, not

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

makeshift shelter

In a sentence: "The bender is noted."

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

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

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

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Is BENDER a Scrabble word?: BENDER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does BENDER mean?: makeshift shelter
How do you use BENDER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The bender is noted."
How many points is BENDER worth in Scrabble?: BENDER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BENDER?: BENDER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BENDER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BENDERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.