How many points is SHANGHAIING worth in Scrabble?

SHANGHAIING is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHANGHAIING?

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

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SHANGHAIING

19 pts

SHANGHAIING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points. SHANGHAIING is a verb form of shanghai. SHANGHAI means "force or trick (someone) into doing something".

Meaning & examples

verb

To force or trick (someone) into joining a ship as part of the crew.
To abduct or coerce.
To trick (a person) into entering a jurisdiction where they can lawfully be arrested.

Synonyms: press-gang

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Definition and meaning

SHANGHAIING is a verb form of shanghai. SHANGHAI means "force or trick (someone) into doing something".

In a sentence: "They shanghaiing."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SHANGHAIING. It scores 19 points.

Base words

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SHANGHAI15 pts

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Letter Values

= 19

SHANGHAIING Scrabble FAQ

Is SHANGHAIING a Scrabble word?: SHANGHAIING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points.
What does SHANGHAIING mean?: SHANGHAIING is a verb form of shanghai. SHANGHAI means "force or trick (someone) into doing something".
How do you use SHANGHAIING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They shanghaiing."
How many points is SHANGHAIING worth in Scrabble?: SHANGHAIING is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHANGHAIING?: SHANGHAIING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).