How many points is ESSENCE worth in Scrabble?

ESSENCE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ESSENCE?

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

Can you add a letter to ESSENCE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ESSENCE

9 pts

ESSENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. ESSENCE means "most important feature of a thing which determines its identity".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɛsəns/

Pronunciation: /ˈɛsəns/

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noun

The inherent nature of a thing or idea.
The true nature of anything, not accidental or illusory.
Constituent substance.

Synonyms: aroma, bouquet, quintessence, whatness, crux, gist

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

most important feature of a thing which determines its identity

In a sentence: "The essence is noted."

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Back hooks

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ESSENCES10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

ESSENCE Scrabble FAQ

Is ESSENCE a Scrabble word?: ESSENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does ESSENCE mean?: most important feature of a thing which determines its identity
How do you use ESSENCE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The essence is noted."
How many points is ESSENCE worth in Scrabble?: ESSENCE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ESSENCE?: ESSENCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ESSENCE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ESSENCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.