How many points is BUTTERFLIES worth in Scrabble?

BUTTERFLIES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BUTTERFLIES?

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

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BUTTERFLIES

16 pts

BUTTERFLIES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. BUTTERFLIES is a noun form of butterfly. BUTTERFLY means "insect with brightly coloured wings".

Meaning & examples

noun

(by ellipsis) butterflies in one's stomach

noun

A flying insect of the order Lepidoptera, distinguished from moths by their diurnal activity and generally brighter colouring.
A use of surgical tape, cut into thin strips and placed across an open wound to hold it closed.
Example: butterfly tape
The butterfly stroke.

Synonyms: lep

verb

To cut (food) almost entirely in half and spread the halves apart, in a shape suggesting the wings of a butterfly.
Example: Butterfly the chicken before you grill it.
To cut strips of surgical tape or plasters into thin strips, and place across (a gaping wound) to close it.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

BUTTERFLIES is a noun form of butterfly. BUTTERFLY means "insect with brightly coloured wings".

In a sentence: "The butterflies is noted."

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Base words

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BUTTERFLY17 pts

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Letter Values

= 16

BUTTERFLIES Scrabble FAQ

Is BUTTERFLIES a Scrabble word?: BUTTERFLIES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does BUTTERFLIES mean?: BUTTERFLIES is a noun form of butterfly. BUTTERFLY means "insect with brightly coloured wings".
How do you use BUTTERFLIES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The butterflies is noted."
How many points is BUTTERFLIES worth in Scrabble?: BUTTERFLIES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BUTTERFLIES?: BUTTERFLIES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).