How many points is LECTERN worth in Scrabble?

LECTERN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LECTERN?

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

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

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9 pts

LECTERN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. LECTERN means "reading desk".

A stand with a slanted top used to support a bible from which passages are read during a church service.
A similar stand to support a lecturer's notes.

Synonyms: podium

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

reading desk

In a sentence: "The lectern is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LECTERN. It scores 9 points.

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

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

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Is LECTERN a Scrabble word?: LECTERN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does LECTERN mean?: reading desk
How do you use LECTERN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The lectern is noted."
How many points is LECTERN worth in Scrabble?: LECTERN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LECTERN?: LECTERN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LECTERN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LECTERNS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.