How many points is LIGATURE worth in Scrabble?

LIGATURE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LIGATURE?

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

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

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9 pts

LIGATURE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. LIGATURE means "link, bond, or tie".

/ˈlɪɡətʃɚ/

The act of tying or binding something.
A cord or similar thing used to tie something; especially the thread used in surgery to close a vessel or duct.
A thread or wire used to remove tumours, etc.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

link, bond, or tie

In a sentence: "The ligature is noted."

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

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

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

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