How many points is SOFTWARE worth in Scrabble?

SOFTWARE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SOFTWARE?

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

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

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14 pts

SOFTWARE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. SOFTWARE means "computer programs".

/ˈsɑftˌwɛɹ/

Encoded computer instructions, usually modifiable (unless stored in some form of unalterable memory such as ROM).
The human beings involved in warfare, as opposed to hardware such as weapons and vehicles.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

computer programs

In a sentence: "The software is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SOFTWARE. It scores 14 points.

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

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

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Is SOFTWARE a Scrabble word?: SOFTWARE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does SOFTWARE mean?: computer programs
How do you use SOFTWARE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The software is noted."
How many points is SOFTWARE worth in Scrabble?: SOFTWARE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SOFTWARE?: SOFTWARE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SOFTWARE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SOFTWARES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.