How many points is LAWYER worth in Scrabble?

LAWYER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LAWYER?

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

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

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12 pts

LAWYER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. LAWYER means "professional legal expert".

/ˈlɔɪ.ə(ɹ)/

Pronunciation: /ˈlɔ.jɚ/

A professional person qualified (as by a law degree or bar exam) and authorized to practice law, i.e. represent parties in lawsuits or trials and give legal advice.
Example: A lawyer's time and advice are his stock in trade. - aphorism often credited to Abraham Lincoln, but without attestation
(by extension) A legal layman who argues points of law.
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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

professional legal expert

In a sentence: "The lawyer is noted."

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

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

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

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