How many points is POSTERN worth in Scrabble?

POSTERN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POSTERN?

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

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

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9 pts

POSTERN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. POSTERN means "small back door or gate".

/ˈpɒst(ə)n/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɒst(ə)n/

A back gate, back door, side entrance, or other gateway distinct from the main entrance.
By extension, a separate or hidden way in or out of a place, situation etc.
A subterranean passage communicating between the parade and the main ditch, or between the ditches and the interior of the outworks.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

small back door or gate

In a sentence: "The postern is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of POSTERN. It scores 9 points.

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

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

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Is POSTERN a Scrabble word?: POSTERN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does POSTERN mean?: small back door or gate
How do you use POSTERN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The postern is noted."
How many points is POSTERN worth in Scrabble?: POSTERN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POSTERN?: POSTERN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to POSTERN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes POSTERNS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.