How many points is MATTE worth in Scrabble?

MATTE is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MATTE?

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

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

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MATTE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points. MATTE is a adjective form of matt. MATT means "dull, not shiny".

/mæt/

A decorative border around a picture used to inset and center the contents of a frame.
Example: The image is a perfect square of 8 cm (with white matte border the total dimensions are 14 cm tall by 11 cm wide).
A background, often painted or created with computers
Example: Matte painting is a tool that filmmakers can use to create a scene that is impossible to achieve with conventional cinematographic means.
(pyrometallurgy) The molten metal sulfide phases typically formed during smelting of copper, nickel, and other base metals.

Synonyms: mat, matting, passe-partout

Dull; not reflective of light.
Example: Flat or matte paint allows a deep color expression on the walls while also hiding flaws that may be inherent on the painted surface.

Synonyms: matt

Antonyms: glossy

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

MATTE is a adjective form of matt. MATT means "dull, not shiny".

In a sentence: "It is matte."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MATTE. It scores 7 points.

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Is MATTE a Scrabble word?: MATTE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points.
What does MATTE mean?: MATTE is a adjective form of matt. MATT means "dull, not shiny".
How do you use MATTE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is matte."
How many points is MATTE worth in Scrabble?: MATTE is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MATTE?: MATTE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MATTE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MATTED, MATTER, MATTES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.