How many points is CELESTE worth in Scrabble?

CELESTE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CELESTE?

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

Can you add a letter to CELESTE?

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

Scrabble

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CELESTE

9 pts

CELESTE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. CELESTE is a noun form of celesta. CELESTA means "instrument like a small piano".

Meaning & examples

/səˈlɛst/

noun

A musical instrument consisting principally of a set of graduated steel plates struck with hammers that are activated by a keyboard.

Synonyms: celeste

noun

An organ stop, deliberately slightly out of tune to give an undulating sound.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CELESTE is a noun form of celesta. CELESTA means "instrument like a small piano".

In a sentence: "The celeste is noted."

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Base words

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CELESTA9 pts

Back hooks

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CELESTES10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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CELESTE Scrabble FAQ

Is CELESTE a Scrabble word?: CELESTE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does CELESTE mean?: CELESTE is a noun form of celesta. CELESTA means "instrument like a small piano".
How do you use CELESTE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The celeste is noted."
How many points is CELESTE worth in Scrabble?: CELESTE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CELESTE?: CELESTE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CELESTE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CELESTES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.