How many points is ENTERTAIN worth in Scrabble?

ENTERTAIN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ENTERTAIN?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

ENTERTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. ENTERTAIN means "amuse".

/ˌɛntəˈteɪn/

Pronunciation: /ˌɛntɚˈteɪn/

To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.
Example: The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience.
To have someone over at one's home for a party or visit.
Example: They enjoy entertaining a lot.
To receive and take into consideration; to have a thought in mind.
Example: The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

amuse

In a sentence: "They entertain."

Check the Scrabble meaning of ENTERTAIN. It scores 9 points.

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

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

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Is ENTERTAIN a Scrabble word?: ENTERTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does ENTERTAIN mean?: amuse
How do you use ENTERTAIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They entertain."
How many points is ENTERTAIN worth in Scrabble?: ENTERTAIN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ENTERTAIN?: ENTERTAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ENTERTAIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ENTERTAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.