How many points is DELICATE worth in Scrabble?

DELICATE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DELICATE?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

11 pts

DELICATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. DELICATE means "fine or subtle in quality".

/ˈdɛlɪkət/

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛlɪkət/

A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie.
Example: Don't put that in with your jeans: it's a delicate!
A choice dainty; a delicacy.
A delicate, luxurious, or effeminate person.

Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.
Example: The negotiations were very delicate.
Characterized by a fine structure or thin lines.
Example: Her face was delicate.
Intended for use with fragile items.
Example: Set the washing machine to the delicate cycle.

Synonyms: fragile

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

fine or subtle in quality

In a sentence: "It is delicate."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DELICATE. It scores 11 points.

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

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

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Is DELICATE a Scrabble word?: DELICATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does DELICATE mean?: fine or subtle in quality
How do you use DELICATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is delicate."
How many points is DELICATE worth in Scrabble?: DELICATE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DELICATE?: DELICATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DELICATE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DELICATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.