How many points is RIVET worth in Scrabble?

RIVET is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RIVET?

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

Can you add a letter to RIVET?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RIVET

8 pts

RIVET is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. RIVET means "bolt for fastening metal plates".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɹɪvət/

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɪvət/

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noun

A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.
Any fixed point or certain basis.
A light kind of footman's armour.

verb

To attach or fasten parts by using rivets.
To install rivets.
To command the attention of.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

bolt for fastening metal plates

In a sentence: "The rivet is noted."

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Front hooks

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Back hooks

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RIVETS9 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 8

RIVET Scrabble FAQ

Is RIVET a Scrabble word?: RIVET is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does RIVET mean?: bolt for fastening metal plates
How do you use RIVET in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The rivet is noted."
How many points is RIVET worth in Scrabble?: RIVET is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RIVET?: RIVET is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RIVET?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GRIVET, PRIVET, TRIVET, RIVETS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.