How many points is MOVE worth in Scrabble?

MOVE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MOVE?

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

Can you add a letter to MOVE?

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

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MOVE

9 pts

MOVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. MOVE means "change in place or position".

Meaning & examples

/muːv/

Pronunciation: /muːv/

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noun

The act of moving; a movement.
Example: A slight move of the tiller, and the boat will go off course.
An act for the attainment of an object; a step in the execution of a plan or purpose.
Example: He made another move towards becoming a naturalized citizen.
A formalized or practiced action used in athletics, dance, physical exercise, self-defense, hand-to-hand combat, etc.
Example: She always gets spontaneous applause for that one move.

Synonyms: relocation, removal, play

verb

To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
Example: A ship moves rapidly.
To act; to take action; to begin to act
Example: Come on guys, let's move: there's work to do!
To change residence, for example from one house, town, or state, to another; to go and live at another place. See also move out and move in.
Example: I decided to move to the country for a more peaceful life.

Synonyms: actuate, affect, trouble, agitate, get moving, stir, impel, incite

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

change in place or position

In a sentence: "They move."

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Back hooks

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Letter Values

= 9

MOVE Scrabble FAQ

Is MOVE a Scrabble word?: MOVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does MOVE mean?: change in place or position
How do you use MOVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They move."
How many points is MOVE worth in Scrabble?: MOVE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MOVE?: MOVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MOVE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AMOVE, EMOVE, MOVED, MOVER, MOVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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