How many points is PEPPERING worth in Scrabble?

PEPPERING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PEPPERING?

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

Can you add a letter to PEPPERING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PEPPERING

16 pts

PEPPERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. PEPPERING is a noun form of pepper. PEPPER means "sharp hot condiment".

Meaning & examples

verb

To add pepper to.
To strike with something made up of small particles.
To cover with lots of (something made up of small things).
Example: After the hailstorm, the beach was peppered with holes.

noun

A light spray, as of bullets.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PEPPERING is a noun form of pepper. PEPPER means "sharp hot condiment".

In a sentence: "The peppering is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PEPPERING. It scores 16 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

PEPPER12 pts

Back hooks

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

PEPPERINGS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

PEPPERING Scrabble FAQ

Is PEPPERING a Scrabble word?: PEPPERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does PEPPERING mean?: PEPPERING is a noun form of pepper. PEPPER means "sharp hot condiment".
How do you use PEPPERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The peppering is noted."
How many points is PEPPERING worth in Scrabble?: PEPPERING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PEPPERING?: PEPPERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PEPPERING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PEPPERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.