How many points is BYWORD worth in Scrabble?

BYWORD is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BYWORD?

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

Can you add a letter to BYWORD?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

BYWORD

15 pts

BYWORD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. BYWORD means "person or thing regarded as a perfect example of something".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

person or thing regarded as a perfect example of something

In a sentence: "The byword is noted."

Share BYWORD

Check the Scrabble meaning of BYWORD. It scores 15 points.

Back hooks

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

BYWORDS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

BYWORD Scrabble FAQ

Is BYWORD a Scrabble word?: BYWORD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does BYWORD mean?: person or thing regarded as a perfect example of something
How do you use BYWORD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The byword is noted."
How many points is BYWORD worth in Scrabble?: BYWORD is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BYWORD?: BYWORD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BYWORD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BYWORDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.