How many points is CASSAVA worth in Scrabble?

CASSAVA is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CASSAVA?

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

Can you add a letter to CASSAVA?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

CASSAVA

12 pts

CASSAVA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. CASSAVA means "starch obtained from the roots of a tropical American plant, used to make tapioca".

Meaning & examples

/kəˈsɑːvə/

noun

Manioc (Manihot esculenta), a tropical plant which is the source of tapioca.
Tapioca, a starchy pulp made with manioc roots.

Synonyms: yuca

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

starch obtained from the roots of a tropical American plant, used to make tapioca

In a sentence: "The cassava is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of CASSAVA. It scores 12 points.

Back hooks

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

CASSAVAS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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CASSAVA Scrabble FAQ

Is CASSAVA a Scrabble word?: CASSAVA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does CASSAVA mean?: starch obtained from the roots of a tropical American plant, used to make tapioca
How do you use CASSAVA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cassava is noted."
How many points is CASSAVA worth in Scrabble?: CASSAVA is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CASSAVA?: CASSAVA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CASSAVA?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CASSAVAS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.