How many points is PORTMANTEAU worth in Scrabble?

PORTMANTEAU is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PORTMANTEAU?

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

Can you add a letter to PORTMANTEAU?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

PORTMANTEAU

15 pts

PORTMANTEAU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. PORTMANTEAU means "a case opening in two parts, used for carrying clothes while travelling".

Meaning & examples

/pɔːtˈmæn.təʊ/

Pronunciation

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noun

A large travelling case usually made of leather, and opening into two equal sections.
A schoolbag.
A hook on which to hang clothing.

noun

A portmanteau word.

Synonyms: blend, frankenword, portmanteau word

verb

To make a portmanteau word.

adjective

Made by combining two (or more) words, stories, etc., in the manner of a linguistic portmanteau.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a case opening in two parts, used for carrying clothes while travelling

In a sentence: "The portmanteau is noted."

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Letter Values

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PORTMANTEAU Scrabble FAQ

Is PORTMANTEAU a Scrabble word?: PORTMANTEAU is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does PORTMANTEAU mean?: a case opening in two parts, used for carrying clothes while travelling
How do you use PORTMANTEAU in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The portmanteau is noted."
How many points is PORTMANTEAU worth in Scrabble?: PORTMANTEAU is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PORTMANTEAU?: PORTMANTEAU is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PORTMANTEAU?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PORTMANTEAUS, PORTMANTEAUX. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.