How many points is HAMPER worth in Scrabble?

HAMPER is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HAMPER?

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

Can you add a letter to HAMPER?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

HAMPER

13 pts

HAMPER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. HAMPER means "make it difficult for (someone or something) to move or progress".

Meaning & examples

/ˈhæmpɚ/

Pronunciation

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noun

A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals
Example: a clothes hamper
(uncommon except in) A wicker or plastic basket specifically for holding laundry (from clothes hamper), as opposed to a covered wicker basket which is a true hamper

verb

To put into a hamper.
Example: Competition pigeons are hampered for the truck trip to the point of release where the race back starts.

noun

A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.
Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.

verb

To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle
To impede in motion or progress.

Synonyms: embarrass, encumber, hinder, ensnare, inveigle

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

make it difficult for (someone or something) to move or progress

In a sentence: "They hamper."

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

Front hooks

Add one letter before HAMPER. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

CHAMPER16 pts

Back hooks

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

HAMPERS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

HAMPER Scrabble FAQ

Is HAMPER a Scrabble word?: HAMPER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does HAMPER mean?: make it difficult for (someone or something) to move or progress
How do you use HAMPER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They hamper."
How many points is HAMPER worth in Scrabble?: HAMPER is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HAMPER?: HAMPER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HAMPER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CHAMPER, HAMPERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.