How many points is RATIONALE worth in Scrabble?

RATIONALE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RATIONALE?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

RATIONALE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. RATIONALE means "reason for an action or decision".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

reason for an action or decision

In a sentence: "The rationale is noted."

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

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

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

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Is RATIONALE a Scrabble word?: RATIONALE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does RATIONALE mean?: reason for an action or decision
How do you use RATIONALE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The rationale is noted."
How many points is RATIONALE worth in Scrabble?: RATIONALE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RATIONALE?: RATIONALE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RATIONALE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RATIONALES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.