How many points is ENQUIRE worth in Scrabble?

ENQUIRE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ENQUIRE?

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

Can you add a letter to ENQUIRE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ENQUIRE

16 pts

ENQUIRE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. ENQUIRE is a verb form of inquire. INQUIRE means "seek information or ask (about)".

Meaning & examples

/ɪŋˈkwaɪə/

Pronunciation: /ɪŋˈkwaɪə/

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verb

To make an enquiry.
Example: He enquired about the availability of rental bicycles in the town.
To ask about (something).

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ENQUIRE is a verb form of inquire. INQUIRE means "seek information or ask (about)".

In a sentence: "They enquire."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

INQUIRE16 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

Q10

= 16

ENQUIRE Scrabble FAQ

Is ENQUIRE a Scrabble word?: ENQUIRE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does ENQUIRE mean?: ENQUIRE is a verb form of inquire. INQUIRE means "seek information or ask (about)".
How do you use ENQUIRE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They enquire."
How many points is ENQUIRE worth in Scrabble?: ENQUIRE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ENQUIRE?: ENQUIRE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ENQUIRE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ENQUIRED, ENQUIRER, ENQUIRES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.