How many points is PAUSES worth in Scrabble?

PAUSES is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PAUSES?

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

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PAUSES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. PAUSES is a verb form of pause. PAUSE means "stop for a time".

Pronunciation

A button whose functions are pausing and resuming something, such as a DVD player, a video game or a computer.

A temporary stop or rest; an intermission of action; interruption; suspension; cessation.
A short time for relaxing and doing something else.
Hesitation; suspense; doubt.

To take a temporary rest, take a break for a short period after an effort.
To interrupt an activity and wait.
Example: When telling the scary story, he paused for effect.
To hesitate; to hold back; to delay.

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

PAUSES is a verb form of pause. PAUSE means "stop for a time".

In a sentence: "They pauses."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PAUSES. It scores 8 points.

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Is PAUSES a Scrabble word?: PAUSES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does PAUSES mean?: PAUSES is a verb form of pause. PAUSE means "stop for a time".
How do you use PAUSES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They pauses."
How many points is PAUSES worth in Scrabble?: PAUSES is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PAUSES?: PAUSES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).