How many points is LEGAL worth in Scrabble?

LEGAL is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LEGAL?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

6 pts

LEGAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points. LEGAL means "established or permitted by law".

/ˈliː.ɡəl/

Pronunciation: /ˈliɡəl/

The legal department of a company.
Example: Legal wants this in writing.
Paper in sheets 8½ in × 14 in (215.9 mm × 355.6 mm).
A spy who is attached to, and ostensibly employed by, an embassy, military outpost, etc.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

established or permitted by law

In a sentence: "It is legal."

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

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

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

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Is LEGAL a Scrabble word?: LEGAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points.
What does LEGAL mean?: established or permitted by law
How do you use LEGAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is legal."
How many points is LEGAL worth in Scrabble?: LEGAL is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LEGAL?: LEGAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LEGAL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LEGALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.