How many points is PRACTICAL worth in Scrabble?

PRACTICAL is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PRACTICAL?

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

Can you add a letter to PRACTICAL?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PRACTICAL

15 pts

PRACTICAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. PRACTICAL means "involving experience or actual use rather than theory".

Meaning & examples

/ˈpɹæktɪkəl/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹæktɪkəl/

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noun

A part of an exam or series of exams in which the candidate has to demonstrate their practical ability
A prop that has some degree of functionality, rather than being a mere imitation.

adjective

Based on practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis
Example: Jack didn't get an engineering degree, but has practical knowledge of metalworking.
Being likely to be effective and applicable to a real situation; able to be put to use
Example: Jack's knowledge has the practical benefit of giving us useful prototype parts.
Of a person, having skills or knowledge that are practical
Example: All in all, Jack's a very practical chap.

Antonyms: theoretical, impractical

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

involving experience or actual use rather than theory

In a sentence: "It is practical."

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PRACTICALS16 pts

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Letter Values

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PRACTICAL Scrabble FAQ

Is PRACTICAL a Scrabble word?: PRACTICAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does PRACTICAL mean?: involving experience or actual use rather than theory
How do you use PRACTICAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is practical."
How many points is PRACTICAL worth in Scrabble?: PRACTICAL is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PRACTICAL?: PRACTICAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PRACTICAL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRACTICALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.