How many points is SMATTERING worth in Scrabble?

SMATTERING is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SMATTERING?

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

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

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13 pts

SMATTERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. SMATTERING means "a little knowledge of something".

/ˈsmæ.təɹ.ɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈsmæɾɹ̩ɪŋ/

A superficial or shallow knowledge of a subject.
Example: She knows a smattering of Greek, but not enough to carry on a conversation.
A small number or amount of something.
Example: There’s only a smattering of people who oppose the first amendment.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

a little knowledge of something

In a sentence: "The smattering is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SMATTERING. It scores 13 points.

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

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

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Is SMATTERING a Scrabble word?: SMATTERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does SMATTERING mean?: a little knowledge of something
How do you use SMATTERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The smattering is noted."
How many points is SMATTERING worth in Scrabble?: SMATTERING is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SMATTERING?: SMATTERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SMATTERING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SMATTERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.