How many points is COLOSSEUM worth in Scrabble?

COLOSSEUM is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COLOSSEUM?

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

Can you add a letter to COLOSSEUM?

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

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COLOSSEUM

13 pts

COLOSSEUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. COLOSSEUM is a noun form of coliseum. COLISEUM means "large building, such as a stadium or theatre, used for entertainments, sports, etc".

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noun

A large theatre, cinema, or stadium.
Example: the London Coliseum
A large, often circular building, for indoor sporting events, exhibitions, concerts, etc.; arena.

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Definition and meaning

COLOSSEUM is a noun form of coliseum. COLISEUM means "large building, such as a stadium or theatre, used for entertainments, sports, etc".

In a sentence: "The colosseum is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

COLISEUM12 pts

Back hooks

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

COLOSSEUMS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

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COLOSSEUM Scrabble FAQ

Is COLOSSEUM a Scrabble word?: COLOSSEUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does COLOSSEUM mean?: COLOSSEUM is a noun form of coliseum. COLISEUM means "large building, such as a stadium or theatre, used for entertainments, sports, etc".
How do you use COLOSSEUM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The colosseum is noted."
How many points is COLOSSEUM worth in Scrabble?: COLOSSEUM is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COLOSSEUM?: COLOSSEUM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to COLOSSEUM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes COLOSSEUMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.