How many points is PESTLE worth in Scrabble?

PESTLE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PESTLE?

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

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

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8 pts

PESTLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. PESTLE means "club-shaped implement for grinding".

/ˈpɛsəl/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛsəl/

A club-shaped, round-headed stick used in a mortar to pound, crush, rub or grind things.
A constable's or bailiff's staff; so called from its shape.
The leg and leg bone of an animal, especially of a pig.
Example: a pestle of pork

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

club-shaped implement for grinding

In a sentence: "The pestle is noted."

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

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

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

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Is PESTLE a Scrabble word?: PESTLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does PESTLE mean?: club-shaped implement for grinding
How do you use PESTLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pestle is noted."
How many points is PESTLE worth in Scrabble?: PESTLE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PESTLE?: PESTLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PESTLE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PESTLED, PESTLES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.