How many points is DERAILS worth in Scrabble?

DERAILS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DERAILS?

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

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DERAILS

8 pts

DERAILS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. DERAILS is a verb form of derail. DERAIL means "cause (a train) to go off the rails".

Meaning & examples

verb

To cause to come off the tracks.
Example: The train was destroyed when it was derailed by the penny.
To come off the tracks.
To deviate from the previous course or direction.
Example: The conversation derailed once James brought up politics.

Synonyms: unrail

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DERAILS is a verb form of derail. DERAIL means "cause (a train) to go off the rails".

In a sentence: "They derails."

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Base words

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DERAIL7 pts

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Letter Values

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DERAILS Scrabble FAQ

Is DERAILS a Scrabble word?: DERAILS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does DERAILS mean?: DERAILS is a verb form of derail. DERAIL means "cause (a train) to go off the rails".
How do you use DERAILS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They derails."
How many points is DERAILS worth in Scrabble?: DERAILS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DERAILS?: DERAILS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).