How many points is PRETENCE worth in Scrabble?

PRETENCE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PRETENCE?

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

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

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12 pts

PRETENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. PRETENCE means "behaviour intended to deceive, pretending".

/ˈpɹiːtɛns/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹiːtɛns/

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

behaviour intended to deceive, pretending

In a sentence: "The pretence is noted."

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

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

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

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Is PRETENCE a Scrabble word?: PRETENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does PRETENCE mean?: behaviour intended to deceive, pretending
How do you use PRETENCE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pretence is noted."
How many points is PRETENCE worth in Scrabble?: PRETENCE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PRETENCE?: PRETENCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PRETENCE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRETENCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.