How many points is MARLIN worth in Scrabble?

MARLIN is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MARLIN?

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

Can you add a letter to MARLIN?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

MARLIN

8 pts

MARLIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. MARLIN is a noun form of marline. MARLINE means "light rope, usually tarred, made of two strands laid left-handed".

Meaning & examples

noun

Any species of game fish belonging to either of the genera Tetrapturus or Makaira. Every such species has a pointed, spear-like projection of the upper jaw.

Synonyms: spearfish

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

MARLIN is a noun form of marline. MARLINE means "light rope, usually tarred, made of two strands laid left-handed".

In a sentence: "The marlin is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of MARLIN. It scores 8 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

MARLINE9 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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MARLIN Scrabble FAQ

Is MARLIN a Scrabble word?: MARLIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does MARLIN mean?: MARLIN is a noun form of marline. MARLINE means "light rope, usually tarred, made of two strands laid left-handed".
How do you use MARLIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The marlin is noted."
How many points is MARLIN worth in Scrabble?: MARLIN is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MARLIN?: MARLIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MARLIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MARLING, MARLINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.