How many points is FIGHTING worth in Scrabble?

FIGHTING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FIGHTING?

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

Can you add a letter to FIGHTING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

FIGHTING

16 pts

FIGHTING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. FIGHTING is a verb form of fight. FIGHT means "struggle (against) in battle or physical combat".

Meaning & examples

/ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

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verb

To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.
Example: A wounded animal will fight like a maniac, relentless, savage and murderous.
To contend in physical conflict with each other, either singly or in war, battle etc.
Example: The two boxers have been fighting for more than half an hour.
To strive for something; to campaign or contend for success.
Example: He fought for the Democrats in the last election.

adjective

Engaged in war or other conflict.
Apt to provoke a fight.

noun

The act or process of contending; violence or conflict.
A fight or battle; an occasion on which people fight

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FIGHTING is a verb form of fight. FIGHT means "struggle (against) in battle or physical combat".

In a sentence: "They fighting."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

FIGHT12 pts

Back hooks

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

FIGHTINGS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

FIGHTING Scrabble FAQ

Is FIGHTING a Scrabble word?: FIGHTING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does FIGHTING mean?: FIGHTING is a verb form of fight. FIGHT means "struggle (against) in battle or physical combat".
How do you use FIGHTING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They fighting."
How many points is FIGHTING worth in Scrabble?: FIGHTING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FIGHTING?: FIGHTING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FIGHTING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FIGHTINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.