How many points is FATHER worth in Scrabble?

FATHER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FATHER?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

FATHER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. FATHER means "male parent".

/ˈfaːðə/

Pronunciation: /ˈfɑːðə(ɹ)/

A (generally human) male who begets a child.
Example: My father was a strong influence on me.
A male ancestor more remote than a parent; a progenitor; especially, a first ancestor.
A term of respectful address for an elderly man.
Example: Come, father; you can sit here.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

male parent

In a sentence: "The father is noted."

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

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

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

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