How many points is DATE worth in Scrabble?

DATE is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DATE?

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

Can you add a letter to DATE?

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

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DATE

5 pts

DATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points. DATE means "specified day of the month".

Meaning & examples

/deɪt/

Pronunciation: /deɪt/

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noun

The fruit of the date palm, Phoenix dactylifera, somewhat in the shape of an olive, containing a soft, sweet pulp and enclosing a hard kernel.
Example: We made a nice cake from dates.
The date palm.
Example: There were a few dates planted around the house.

noun

The addition to a writing, inscription, coin, etc., which specifies the time (especially the day, month, and year) when the writing or inscription was given, executed, or made.
Example: the date of a letter, of a will, of a deed, of a coin, etc.
A specific day in time at which a transaction or event takes place, or is appointed to take place; a given point of time.
Example: Do you know the date of the wedding?
A point in time.
Example: You may need that at a later date.

verb

To note the time or place of writing or executing; to express in an instrument the time of its execution.
Example: to date a letter, a bond, a deed, or a charter
To note or fix the time of (an event); to give the date of.
To determine the age of something.
Example: to date the building of the pyramids

Synonyms: age, elden, obsolesce, go out, see

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

specified day of the month

In a sentence: "The date is noted."

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Letter Values

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DATE Scrabble FAQ

Is DATE a Scrabble word?: DATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points.
What does DATE mean?: specified day of the month
How do you use DATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The date is noted."
How many points is DATE worth in Scrabble?: DATE is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DATE?: DATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DATE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DATED, DATER, DATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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