How many points is CAPTAINING worth in Scrabble?

CAPTAINING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CAPTAINING?

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

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CAPTAINING

15 pts

CAPTAINING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. CAPTAINING is a noun form of captain. CAPTAIN means "commander of a ship or civil aircraft".

Meaning & examples

verb

To act as captain
To exercise command of a ship, aircraft or sports team.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CAPTAINING is a noun form of captain. CAPTAIN means "commander of a ship or civil aircraft".

In a sentence: "The captaining is noted."

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Base words

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CAPTAIN11 pts

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Letter Values

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CAPTAINING Scrabble FAQ

Is CAPTAINING a Scrabble word?: CAPTAINING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does CAPTAINING mean?: CAPTAINING is a noun form of captain. CAPTAIN means "commander of a ship or civil aircraft".
How do you use CAPTAINING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The captaining is noted."
How many points is CAPTAINING worth in Scrabble?: CAPTAINING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAPTAINING?: CAPTAINING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).