How many points is POWDER worth in Scrabble?

POWDER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POWDER?

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

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

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12 pts

POWDER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. POWDER means "substance in the form of tiny loose particles".

/ˈpaʊ.də(ɹ)/

Pronunciation

The fine particles which are the result of reducing dry substance by pounding, grinding, or triturating, or the result of decay; dust.
A mixture of fine dry, sweet-smelling particles applied to the face or other body parts, to reduce shine or to alleviate chaffing.
An explosive mixture used in gunnery, blasting, etc.; gunpowder.

Freshly fallen, uncompacted snow, especially in the context of Alpine skiing
Example: Expert skiers love skiing on powder snow.

Synonyms: pow, powder

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

substance in the form of tiny loose particles

In a sentence: "The powder is noted."

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

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

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

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Is POWDER a Scrabble word?: POWDER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does POWDER mean?: substance in the form of tiny loose particles
How do you use POWDER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The powder is noted."
How many points is POWDER worth in Scrabble?: POWDER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POWDER?: POWDER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to POWDER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes POWDERS, POWDERY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.