How many points is LEAVING worth in Scrabble?

LEAVING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LEAVING?

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

Can you add a letter to LEAVING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LEAVING

11 pts

LEAVING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. LEAVING is a verb form of leave. LEAVE means "go away from".

Meaning & examples

/ˈliːvɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈliːvɪŋ/

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verb

To have a consequence or remnant.
To depart; to separate from.
To transfer something.

Synonyms: depart, forget, leave behind

verb

To give leave to; allow; permit; let; grant.
Example: We were not left go to the beach after school except on a weekend.

verb

To produce leaves or foliage.

Synonyms: leaf

verb

To raise; to levy.

Definitions and examples via Free Dictionary API. Word-game validity is checked separately against NWL2023 and CSW24.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LEAVING is a verb form of leave. LEAVE means "go away from".

In a sentence: "They leaving."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of LEAVING. It scores 11 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LEAVE8 pts

Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

LEAVINGS12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

LEAVING Scrabble FAQ

Is LEAVING a Scrabble word?: LEAVING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does LEAVING mean?: LEAVING is a verb form of leave. LEAVE means "go away from".
How do you use LEAVING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They leaving."
How many points is LEAVING worth in Scrabble?: LEAVING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LEAVING?: LEAVING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LEAVING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLEAVING, SLEAVING, LEAVINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.