How many points is FOOD worth in Scrabble?

FOOD is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FOOD?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

8 pts

FOOD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. FOOD means "what one eats; solid nourishment".

/fuːd/

Pronunciation: /fuːd/

Any solid substance that can be consumed by living organisms, especially by eating, in order to sustain life.
Example: The innkeeper brought them food and drink.
A foodstuff.
Anything that nourishes or sustains.
Example: Mozart and Bach are food for my soul.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

what one eats; solid nourishment

In a sentence: "The food is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FOOD. It scores 8 points.

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

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

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Is FOOD a Scrabble word?: FOOD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does FOOD mean?: what one eats; solid nourishment
How do you use FOOD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The food is noted."
How many points is FOOD worth in Scrabble?: FOOD is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FOOD?: FOOD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FOOD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FOODS, FOODY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.