How many points is PAINTER worth in Scrabble?

PAINTER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PAINTER?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

PAINTER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. PAINTER means "rope at the front of a boat, for tying it up".

/ˈpeɪntə/

Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪntɚ/

A chain or rope used to attach the shank of an anchor to the side of a ship when not in use.
A rope connected to the bow of a boat, used to attach it to e.g. a jetty or another boat.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

rope at the front of a boat, for tying it up

In a sentence: "The painter is noted."

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

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

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

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Is PAINTER a Scrabble word?: PAINTER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does PAINTER mean?: rope at the front of a boat, for tying it up
How do you use PAINTER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The painter is noted."
How many points is PAINTER worth in Scrabble?: PAINTER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PAINTER?: PAINTER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PAINTER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PAINTERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.