How many points is CONTRABASSES worth in Scrabble?

CONTRABASSES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CONTRABASSES?

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

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CONTRABASSES

16 pts

CONTRABASSES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. CONTRABASSES is a noun form of contrabass. CONTRABASS means "the double bass".

Meaning & examples

noun

Part or section one octave lower than bass.
Double bass, string bass
Person or instrument performing the contrabass part.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CONTRABASSES is a noun form of contrabass. CONTRABASS means "the double bass".

In a sentence: "The contrabasses is noted."

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CONTRABASS14 pts

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Letter Values

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CONTRABASSES Scrabble FAQ

Is CONTRABASSES a Scrabble word?: CONTRABASSES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does CONTRABASSES mean?: CONTRABASSES is a noun form of contrabass. CONTRABASS means "the double bass".
How do you use CONTRABASSES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The contrabasses is noted."
How many points is CONTRABASSES worth in Scrabble?: CONTRABASSES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CONTRABASSES?: CONTRABASSES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).