How many points is DACTYL worth in Scrabble?

DACTYL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DACTYL?

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

Can you add a letter to DACTYL?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DACTYL

12 pts

DACTYL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. DACTYL means "metrical foot of three syllables, one long followed by two short".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

metrical foot of three syllables, one long followed by two short

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

DACTYL Scrabble FAQ

Is DACTYL a Scrabble word?: DACTYL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
How many points is DACTYL worth in Scrabble?: DACTYL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DACTYL?: DACTYL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DACTYL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DACTYLI, DACTYLS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.