How many points is FUGU worth in Scrabble?

FUGU is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FUGU?

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

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

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8 pts

FUGU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. FUGU means "puffer fish".

/ˈfuː.ɡuː/

Blowfish: a delicacy popular in Japan served raw as sushi that may, if improperly prepared, contain deadly levels of neurotoxins.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

puffer fish

In a sentence: "The fugu is noted."

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

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

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

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