How many points is FRICTION worth in Scrabble?

FRICTION is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FRICTION?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

13 pts

FRICTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. FRICTION means "resistance met with by a body moving over another".

/ˈfɹɪkʃən̩/

Pronunciation: /ˈfɹɪkʃən̩/

The rubbing of one object or surface against another.
A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies in contact.
Massage of the body to restore circulation.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

resistance met with by a body moving over another

In a sentence: "The friction is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FRICTION. It scores 13 points.

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

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

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Is FRICTION a Scrabble word?: FRICTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does FRICTION mean?: resistance met with by a body moving over another
How do you use FRICTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The friction is noted."
How many points is FRICTION worth in Scrabble?: FRICTION is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FRICTION?: FRICTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FRICTION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FRICTIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.