How many points is NESTLING worth in Scrabble?

NESTLING is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept NESTLING?

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

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

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9 pts

NESTLING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. NESTLING means "bird too young to leave the nest".

/ˈnɛstlɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛstlɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛslɪŋ/

Synonyms: quab

To settle oneself comfortably and snugly.
To press oneself against another affectionately.
To lie half-hidden or in shelter.
Example: The old shop nestled between the newer apartment buildings.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

bird too young to leave the nest

In a sentence: "The nestling is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of NESTLING. It scores 9 points.

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

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

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Is NESTLING a Scrabble word?: NESTLING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does NESTLING mean?: bird too young to leave the nest
How do you use NESTLING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The nestling is noted."
How many points is NESTLING worth in Scrabble?: NESTLING is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NESTLING?: NESTLING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NESTLING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes NESTLINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.