How many points is PLACE worth in Scrabble?

PLACE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PLACE?

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

Can you add a letter to PLACE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

PLACE

9 pts

PLACE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. PLACE means "particular part of an area or space".

Meaning & examples

/pleɪs/

Pronunciation: /pleɪs/

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Pronunciation: /pleɪs/

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noun

(physical) An area; somewhere within an area.
A location or position in space.
A particular location in a book or document, particularly the current location of a reader.

Synonyms: frame of mind, mindset, mood, location, position, situation, spot, stead

verb

To put (an object or person) in a specific location.
Example: He placed the glass on the table.
To earn a given spot in a competition.
Example: The Cowboys placed third in the league.
To remember where and when (an object or person) has been previously encountered.
Example: I've seen him before, but I can't quite place where.

Synonyms: achieve, make, deposit, lay, lay down, put down, reach

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

particular part of an area or space

In a sentence: "The place is noted."

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

PLACE Scrabble FAQ

Is PLACE a Scrabble word?: PLACE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does PLACE mean?: particular part of an area or space
How do you use PLACE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The place is noted."
How many points is PLACE worth in Scrabble?: PLACE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PLACE?: PLACE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PLACE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PLACED, PLACER, PLACES, PLACET. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.