How many points is CENTERING worth in Scrabble?

CENTERING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CENTERING?

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

Can you add a letter to CENTERING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CENTERING

12 pts

CENTERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. CENTERING is a noun form of centring. CENTRING means "temporary structure used to support an arch during construction".

Meaning & examples

verb

To cause (an object) to occupy the center of an area.
Example: He centered the heading of the document.
To cause (some attribute, such as a mood or voltage) to be adjusted to a value which is midway between the extremes.
To give (something) a central basis.

noun

A type of formwork which serves as a temporary structure during the construction of arches and bridges.
The process of moving something to a centre, normally before some other process.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CENTERING is a noun form of centring. CENTRING means "temporary structure used to support an arch during construction".

In a sentence: "The centering is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

CENTRING11 pts

Back hooks

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

CENTERINGS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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CENTERING Scrabble FAQ

Is CENTERING a Scrabble word?: CENTERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does CENTERING mean?: CENTERING is a noun form of centring. CENTRING means "temporary structure used to support an arch during construction".
How do you use CENTERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The centering is noted."
How many points is CENTERING worth in Scrabble?: CENTERING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CENTERING?: CENTERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CENTERING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CENTERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.