How many points is DECIMAL worth in Scrabble?

DECIMAL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECIMAL?

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

Can you add a letter to DECIMAL?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DECIMAL

12 pts

DECIMAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. DECIMAL means "fraction written in the form of a dot followed by one or more numbers".

Meaning & examples

[ˈdɛsɪməɫ]

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛsɪməl/

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noun

A number expressed in the base-ten system, a fractional numeral written in this system.
The decimal system itself.
A decimal place.
Example: Pi has a value of 3.142, to three decimals.

Synonyms: decimal number, decimal place, decimal system

Antonyms: fraction

verb

To represent with numbers after a decimal point

adjective

Concerning numbers expressed in decimal or mathematical calculations performed using decimal.

Synonyms: base, denary

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

fraction written in the form of a dot followed by one or more numbers

In a sentence: "The decimal is noted."

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

Back hooks

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

DECIMALS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

DECIMAL Scrabble FAQ

Is DECIMAL a Scrabble word?: DECIMAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does DECIMAL mean?: fraction written in the form of a dot followed by one or more numbers
How do you use DECIMAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The decimal is noted."
How many points is DECIMAL worth in Scrabble?: DECIMAL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECIMAL?: DECIMAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DECIMAL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DECIMALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.