How many points is SHADE worth in Scrabble?

SHADE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHADE?

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

Can you add a letter to SHADE?

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

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SHADE

9 pts

SHADE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. SHADE means "relative darkness".

Meaning & examples

/ʃeɪd/

Pronunciation: /ʃeɪd/

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noun

Darkness where light, particularly sunlight, is blocked.
Example: The old oak tree gave shade in the heat of the day.
Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.
Example: Close the shade, please: it's too bright in here.
A variety of a colour/color, in particular one obtained by adding black (compare tint).
Example: I've painted my room in five lovely shades of pink and chartreuse.

verb

To shield from light.
Example: The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day.
To alter slightly.
Example: Most politicians will shade the truth if it helps them.
To vary or approach something slightly, particularly in color.
Example: The hillside was bright green, shading towards gold in the drier areas.

Antonyms: unshade

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

relative darkness

In a sentence: "The shade is noted."

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Letter Values

= 9

SHADE Scrabble FAQ

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

SHADE

Meaning & examples

noun

verb

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SHADE Scrabble FAQ

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