How many points is PRIME worth in Scrabble?

PRIME is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PRIME?

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

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

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9 pts

PRIME is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. PRIME means "main, most important".

/pɹaɪ̯m/

Pronunciation: /pɹaɪ̯m/

Antonyms: composite

First in importance, degree, or rank.
Example: Our prime concern here is to keep the community safe.
First in time, order, or sequence.
Example: Both the English and French governments established prime meridians in their capitals.
First in excellence, quality, or value.
Example: This is a prime location for a bookstore.

To prepare a mechanism for its main work.
Example: You'll have to press this button twice to prime the fuel pump.
To apply a coat of primer paint to.
Example: I need to prime these handrails before we can apply the finish coat.
To be renewed.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

main, most important

In a sentence: "It is prime."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PRIME. It scores 9 points.

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

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

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Is PRIME a Scrabble word?: PRIME is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does PRIME mean?: main, most important
How do you use PRIME in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is prime."
How many points is PRIME worth in Scrabble?: PRIME is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PRIME?: PRIME is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PRIME?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRIMED, PRIMER, PRIMES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.