How many points is DANCE worth in Scrabble?

DANCE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DANCE?

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

Can you add a letter to DANCE?

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

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DANCE

8 pts

DANCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. DANCE means "move the feet and body rhythmically in time to music".

Meaning & examples

[dæːns]

noun

A sequence of rhythmic steps or movements usually performed to music, for pleasure or as a form of social interaction.
A social gathering where dancing is the main activity.
A normally horizontal stripe called a fess that has been modified to zig-zag across the center of a coat of arms from dexter to sinister.

verb

To move with rhythmic steps or movements, especially in time to music.
Example: I danced with her all night long.
To leap or move lightly and rapidly.
Example: His eyes danced with pleasure as he spoke. She accused her political opponent of dancing around the issue instead of confronting it.
To perform the steps to.
Example: Have you ever danced the tango?

Synonyms: throw shapes, do the deed, get some, have sex

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

move the feet and body rhythmically in time to music

In a sentence: "They dance."

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Letter Values

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DANCE Scrabble FAQ

Is DANCE a Scrabble word?: DANCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does DANCE mean?: move the feet and body rhythmically in time to music
How do you use DANCE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They dance."
How many points is DANCE worth in Scrabble?: DANCE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DANCE?: DANCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DANCE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DANCED, DANCER, DANCES, DANCEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

DANCE

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