How many points is JOINT worth in Scrabble?

JOINT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept JOINT?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

JOINT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. JOINT means "shared by two or more".

/dʒɔɪnt/

Pronunciation: /dʒɔɪnt/

The point where two components of a structure join, but are still able to rotate.
Example: This rod is free to swing at the joint with the platform.
The point where two components of a structure join rigidly.
Example: The water is leaking out of the joint between the two pipes.
Any part of the body where two bones join, in most cases allowing that part of the body to be bent or straightened.

Synonyms: hinge, pivot

To unite by a joint or joints; to fit together; to prepare so as to fit together
Example: a jointing plane
To join; to connect; to unite; to combine.
To provide with a joint or joints; to articulate.

Done by two or more people or organisations working together.
Example: The play was a joint production between the two companies.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

shared by two or more

In a sentence: "It is joint."

Check the Scrabble meaning of JOINT. It scores 12 points.

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

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

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Is JOINT a Scrabble word?: JOINT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does JOINT mean?: shared by two or more
How do you use JOINT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is joint."
How many points is JOINT worth in Scrabble?: JOINT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept JOINT?: JOINT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to JOINT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes JOINTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.