How many points is DICTATION worth in Scrabble?

DICTATION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DICTATION?

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

Can you add a letter to DICTATION?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DICTATION

12 pts

DICTATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. DICTATION means "act of dictating words to be taken down in writing".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

act of dictating words to be taken down in writing

In a sentence: "The dictation is noted."

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

Back hooks

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

DICTATIONS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

DICTATION Scrabble FAQ

Is DICTATION a Scrabble word?: DICTATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does DICTATION mean?: act of dictating words to be taken down in writing
How do you use DICTATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The dictation is noted."
How many points is DICTATION worth in Scrabble?: DICTATION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DICTATION?: DICTATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DICTATION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DICTATIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.