How many points is GITTERN worth in Scrabble?

GITTERN is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GITTERN?

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

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

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8 pts

GITTERN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. GITTERN means "obsolete medieval instrument".

A small, quill-plucked, gut-strung musical instrument, most commonly with three to four strings in doubles courses; it is a flat-backed predecessor of the guitar, and it originated around the 13th century, coming to Europe via Moorish Spain.

Synonyms: quintern

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

obsolete medieval instrument

In a sentence: "The gittern is noted."

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

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

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