How many points is SHORTAGE worth in Scrabble?

SHORTAGE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHORTAGE?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

SHORTAGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. SHORTAGE means "deficiency".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

deficiency

In a sentence: "The shortage is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SHORTAGE. It scores 12 points.

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

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

= 12

Is SHORTAGE a Scrabble word?: SHORTAGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does SHORTAGE mean?: deficiency
How do you use SHORTAGE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The shortage is noted."
How many points is SHORTAGE worth in Scrabble?: SHORTAGE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHORTAGE?: SHORTAGE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SHORTAGE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHORTAGES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.