How many points is RISHI worth in Scrabble?

RISHI is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RISHI?

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

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

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8 pts

RISHI is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. RISHI means "Indian seer or sage".

A Vedic poet and seer who composed Rigvedic hymns, who alone or with others invokes the deities with poetry of a sacred character.
(post-Vedic) A Hindu sage or saint occupying the same position in India history as the patriarchs of other countries, constituting a peculiar class of beings in the early mythical system, as distinct from Asuras, Devas and mortal men.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Indian seer or sage

In a sentence: "The rishi is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of RISHI. It scores 8 points.

Add one letter before RISHI. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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Is RISHI a Scrabble word?: RISHI is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does RISHI mean?: Indian seer or sage
How do you use RISHI in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The rishi is noted."
How many points is RISHI worth in Scrabble?: RISHI is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RISHI?: RISHI is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RISHI?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes KRISHI, RISHIS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.