How many points is DEPENDANT worth in Scrabble?

DEPENDANT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEPENDANT?

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

Can you add a letter to DEPENDANT?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DEPENDANT

13 pts

DEPENDANT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. DEPENDANT is a adjective form of dependent. DEPENDENT means "depending on someone or something".

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈpɛndənt/

noun

A person who depends on another for support, particularly financial support (= US dependent).

adjective

Relying upon; depending upon.
Example: At that point I was dependent on financial aid for my tuition.
Having a probability that is affected by the outcome of a separate event.
(of Scottish Gaelic, Manx and Irish verb forms) Used in questions, negative sentences and after certain particles and prepositions.

Antonyms: independent

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DEPENDANT is a adjective form of dependent. DEPENDENT means "depending on someone or something".

In a sentence: "It is dependant."

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Base words

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DEPENDENT13 pts

Back hooks

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DEPENDANTS14 pts

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Letter Values

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DEPENDANT Scrabble FAQ

Is DEPENDANT a Scrabble word?: DEPENDANT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does DEPENDANT mean?: DEPENDANT is a adjective form of dependent. DEPENDENT means "depending on someone or something".
How do you use DEPENDANT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is dependant."
How many points is DEPENDANT worth in Scrabble?: DEPENDANT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEPENDANT?: DEPENDANT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEPENDANT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEPENDANTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.