How many points is BRACE worth in Scrabble?

BRACE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BRACE?

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

Can you add a letter to BRACE?

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

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BRACE

9 pts

BRACE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. BRACE means "object fastened to something to straighten or support it".

Meaning & examples

/bɹeɪs/

Pronunciation: /bɹeɪs/

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noun

Armor for the arm; vambrace.
A measurement of length, originally representing a person's outstretched arms.
A curved instrument or handle of iron or wood, for holding and turning bits, etc.; a bitstock.

Synonyms: fathom, dyad, twosome

verb

To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
Example: All hands, brace for impact!
To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly.
Example: He braced himself against the crowd.
To swing round the yards of a square rigged ship, using braces, to present a more efficient sail surface to the direction of the wind.
Example: to brace the yards

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

object fastened to something to straighten or support it

In a sentence: "The brace is noted."

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Letter Values

= 9

BRACE Scrabble FAQ

Is BRACE a Scrabble word?: BRACE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does BRACE mean?: object fastened to something to straighten or support it
How do you use BRACE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The brace is noted."
How many points is BRACE worth in Scrabble?: BRACE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BRACE?: BRACE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BRACE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BRACED, BRACER, BRACES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

BRACE

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