How many points is EMBANKMENT worth in Scrabble?

EMBANKMENT is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EMBANKMENT?

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

Can you add a letter to EMBANKMENT?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

EMBANKMENT

20 pts

EMBANKMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. EMBANKMENT means "a raised structure (as of earth or gravel) used especially to hold back water or to carry a roadway".

Meaning & examples

noun

A long mound of earth, stone, or similar material, usually built for purposes such as to hold back or store water, for protection from weather or enemies, or to support a road or railway.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a raised structure (as of earth or gravel) used especially to hold back water or to carry a roadway

In a sentence: "The embankment is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of EMBANKMENT. It scores 20 points.

Back hooks

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

EMBANKMENTS21 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 20

EMBANKMENT Scrabble FAQ

Is EMBANKMENT a Scrabble word?: EMBANKMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does EMBANKMENT mean?: a raised structure (as of earth or gravel) used especially to hold back water or to carry a roadway
How do you use EMBANKMENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The embankment is noted."
How many points is EMBANKMENT worth in Scrabble?: EMBANKMENT is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EMBANKMENT?: EMBANKMENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to EMBANKMENT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes EMBANKMENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.