How many points is BLACKING worth in Scrabble?

BLACKING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BLACKING?

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

Can you add a letter to BLACKING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

BLACKING

17 pts

BLACKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. BLACKING means "preparation for giving a black finish to shoes, metals, etc".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

preparation for giving a black finish to shoes, metals, etc

In a sentence: "The blacking is noted."

Share BLACKING

Check the Scrabble meaning of BLACKING. It scores 17 points.

Back hooks

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

BLACKINGS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

BLACKING Scrabble FAQ

Is BLACKING a Scrabble word?: BLACKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does BLACKING mean?: preparation for giving a black finish to shoes, metals, etc
How do you use BLACKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The blacking is noted."
How many points is BLACKING worth in Scrabble?: BLACKING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BLACKING?: BLACKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BLACKING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BLACKINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.