How many points is DEPARTMENT worth in Scrabble?

DEPARTMENT is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEPARTMENT?

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

Can you add a letter to DEPARTMENT?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

DEPARTMENT

15 pts

DEPARTMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. DEPARTMENT means "a major administrative division of a government".

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈpɑːtm(ə)nt/

Pronunciation: /dəˈpɑɹtmənt/

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noun

A part, portion, or subdivision.
A distinct course of life, action, study, or the like.
Example: Technical things are not his department; he's a people person.
A subdivision of an organization.

Synonyms: province, specialty, ministry

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a major administrative division of a government

In a sentence: "The department is noted."

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Back hooks

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DEPARTMENTS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

DEPARTMENT Scrabble FAQ

Is DEPARTMENT a Scrabble word?: DEPARTMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does DEPARTMENT mean?: a major administrative division of a government
How do you use DEPARTMENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The department is noted."
How many points is DEPARTMENT worth in Scrabble?: DEPARTMENT is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEPARTMENT?: DEPARTMENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEPARTMENT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEPARTMENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.