How many points is OBSERVATION worth in Scrabble?

OBSERVATION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OBSERVATION?

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

Can you add a letter to OBSERVATION?

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

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OBSERVATION

16 pts

OBSERVATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. OBSERVATION means "an act or instance of observing a custom, rule, or law".

Meaning & examples

/ˌɒbzəˈveɪʃ(ə)n/

Pronunciation: /-ˈveɪʃn̩/

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noun

The act of observing, and the fact of being observed (see observance)
The act of noting and recording some event; or the record of such noting.
A remark or comment.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

an act or instance of observing a custom, rule, or law

In a sentence: "The observation is noted."

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Back hooks

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OBSERVATIONS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

OBSERVATION Scrabble FAQ

Is OBSERVATION a Scrabble word?: OBSERVATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does OBSERVATION mean?: an act or instance of observing a custom, rule, or law
How do you use OBSERVATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The observation is noted."
How many points is OBSERVATION worth in Scrabble?: OBSERVATION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OBSERVATION?: OBSERVATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to OBSERVATION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes OBSERVATIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.