How many points is POTHOLE worth in Scrabble?

POTHOLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POTHOLE?

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

Can you add a letter to POTHOLE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

POTHOLE

12 pts

POTHOLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. POTHOLE means "hole in the surface of a road".

Meaning & examples

noun

A shallow pit or other edged depression in a road's surface, especially when caused by erosion by weather or traffic.
A pit formed in the bed of a turbulent stream.
A vertical cave system, often found in limestone.

Synonyms: giant kettle

noun

A hole or recess on the top of a stove into which a pot may be placed.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

hole in the surface of a road

In a sentence: "The pothole is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of POTHOLE. It scores 12 points.

Back hooks

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

POTHOLE Scrabble FAQ

Is POTHOLE a Scrabble word?: POTHOLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does POTHOLE mean?: hole in the surface of a road
How do you use POTHOLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pothole is noted."
How many points is POTHOLE worth in Scrabble?: POTHOLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POTHOLE?: POTHOLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to POTHOLE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes POTHOLED, POTHOLER, POTHOLES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.