How many points is DANCING worth in Scrabble?

DANCING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DANCING?

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

Can you add a letter to DANCING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DANCING

11 pts

DANCING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. DANCING is a verb form of dance. DANCE means "move the feet and body rhythmically in time to music".

Meaning & examples

/ˈdæn.sɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈdæn.sɪŋ/

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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

noun

The activity of taking part in a dance.
A dance club in France.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DANCING is a verb form of dance. DANCE means "move the feet and body rhythmically in time to music".

In a sentence: "They dancing."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

DANCE8 pts

Back hooks

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

DANCINGS12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

DANCING Scrabble FAQ

Is DANCING a Scrabble word?: DANCING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does DANCING mean?: DANCING is a verb form of dance. DANCE means "move the feet and body rhythmically in time to music".
How do you use DANCING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They dancing."
How many points is DANCING worth in Scrabble?: DANCING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DANCING?: DANCING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DANCING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DANCINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.