How many points is PRETENSE worth in Scrabble?

PRETENSE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PRETENSE?

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

Can you add a letter to PRETENSE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PRETENSE

10 pts

PRETENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. PRETENSE is a noun form of pretence. PRETENCE means "behaviour intended to deceive, pretending".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PRETENSE is a noun form of pretence. PRETENCE means "behaviour intended to deceive, pretending".

In a sentence: "The pretense is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PRETENSE. It scores 10 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

PRETENCE12 pts

Back hooks

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

PRETENSES11 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 10

PRETENSE Scrabble FAQ

Is PRETENSE a Scrabble word?: PRETENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does PRETENSE mean?: PRETENSE is a noun form of pretence. PRETENCE means "behaviour intended to deceive, pretending".
How do you use PRETENSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pretense is noted."
How many points is PRETENSE worth in Scrabble?: PRETENSE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PRETENSE?: PRETENSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PRETENSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRETENSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.