How many points is GHERKIN worth in Scrabble?

GHERKIN is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GHERKIN?

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

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

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15 pts

GHERKIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. GHERKIN means "small pickled cucumber".

/ˈɡɜːkɪn/

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

small pickled cucumber

In a sentence: "The gherkin is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of GHERKIN. It scores 15 points.

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

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

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Is GHERKIN a Scrabble word?: GHERKIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does GHERKIN mean?: small pickled cucumber
How do you use GHERKIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The gherkin is noted."
How many points is GHERKIN worth in Scrabble?: GHERKIN is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GHERKIN?: GHERKIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GHERKIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GHERKINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.