How many points is GAMBIT worth in Scrabble?

GAMBIT is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GAMBIT?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

11 pts

GAMBIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. GAMBIT means "opening move intended to secure an advantage".

/ˈɡæmbɪt/

Pronunciation: /ˈɡæmbɪt/

An opening in chess, in which a minor piece or a pawn is sacrificed to gain an advantage.
Example: Her clever gambit gave her an advantage.
Any ploy or stratagem.
Example: Their promise to lower taxes is clearly an election-year gambit.
A remark intended to open a conversation.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

opening move intended to secure an advantage

In a sentence: "The gambit is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of GAMBIT. It scores 11 points.

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

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

= 11

Is GAMBIT a Scrabble word?: GAMBIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does GAMBIT mean?: opening move intended to secure an advantage
How do you use GAMBIT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The gambit is noted."
How many points is GAMBIT worth in Scrabble?: GAMBIT is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GAMBIT?: GAMBIT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GAMBIT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GAMBITS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.