How many points is MAINTENANCE worth in Scrabble?

MAINTENANCE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MAINTENANCE?

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

Can you add a letter to MAINTENANCE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

MAINTENANCE

15 pts

MAINTENANCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. MAINTENANCE means "the act of maintaining".

Meaning & examples

/ˈmeɪnt(ə)nəns/

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪnt(ə)nəns/

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noun

Actions performed to keep some machine or system functioning or in service.
A tort committed when a third party who does not have a bona fide interest in a lawsuit provides help or acquires an interest to a litigant's lawsuit.
Alimony, a periodical payment or a lump sum made or ordered to be made to a spouse after a divorce.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the act of maintaining

In a sentence: "The maintenance is noted."

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Letter Values

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MAINTENANCE Scrabble FAQ

Is MAINTENANCE a Scrabble word?: MAINTENANCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does MAINTENANCE mean?: the act of maintaining
How do you use MAINTENANCE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The maintenance is noted."
How many points is MAINTENANCE worth in Scrabble?: MAINTENANCE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MAINTENANCE?: MAINTENANCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MAINTENANCE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MAINTENANCED, MAINTENANCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.