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NEED

5 pts

NEED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points. NEED means "require or be in want of".

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

require or be in want of

In a sentence: "They need."

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Front hooks

Add one letter before NEED. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

N1
E1
E1
D2
= 5

NEED Scrabble FAQ

Is NEED a Scrabble word?
NEED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points.
What does NEED mean?
require or be in want of
How do you use NEED in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They need."
How many points is NEED worth in Scrabble?
NEED is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NEED?
NEED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NEED?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes KNEED, SNEED, NEEDS, NEEDY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.