How many points is LEDES worth in Scrabble?

LEDES is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LEDES?

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

Can you add a letter to LEDES?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LEDES

6 pts

LEDES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points. LEDES is a noun form of lede. LEDE means "introductory part of a news story".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LEDES is a noun form of lede. LEDE means "introductory part of a news story".

In a sentence: "The ledes is noted."

Share LEDES

Check the Scrabble meaning of LEDES. It scores 6 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LEDE5 pts

Front hooks

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

GLEDES8 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 6

LEDES Scrabble FAQ

Is LEDES a Scrabble word?: LEDES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points.
What does LEDES mean?: LEDES is a noun form of lede. LEDE means "introductory part of a news story".
How do you use LEDES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ledes is noted."
How many points is LEDES worth in Scrabble?: LEDES is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LEDES?: LEDES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LEDES?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GLEDES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.