How many points is FINESSE worth in Scrabble?

FINESSE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FINESSE?

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

Can you add a letter to FINESSE?

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

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FINESSE

10 pts

FINESSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. FINESSE means "delicate skill".

Meaning & examples

/fɨ-/

Pronunciation

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noun

Skill in the handling or manipulation of a situation.
The property of having elegance, grace, refinement, or skill.
An adroit manoeuvre.

Synonyms: finessing

verb

To evade (a problem, situation, etc.) by using some clever argument or strategem.
To play (a card) as a finesse.
To handle or manage carefully or skilfully; to manipulate in a crafty way.

Synonyms: zhoosh

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

delicate skill

In a sentence: "The finesse is noted."

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Letter Values

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FINESSE Scrabble FAQ

Is FINESSE a Scrabble word?: FINESSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does FINESSE mean?: delicate skill
How do you use FINESSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The finesse is noted."
How many points is FINESSE worth in Scrabble?: FINESSE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FINESSE?: FINESSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FINESSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FINESSED, FINESSER, FINESSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.