How many points is SPHINCTER worth in Scrabble?

SPHINCTER is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SPHINCTER?

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

Can you add a letter to SPHINCTER?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SPHINCTER

16 pts

SPHINCTER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. SPHINCTER means "ring of muscle which controls the opening and closing of a hollow organ".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ring of muscle which controls the opening and closing of a hollow organ

In a sentence: "The sphincter is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SPHINCTER. It scores 16 points.

Back hooks

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

SPHINCTERS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

SPHINCTER Scrabble FAQ

Is SPHINCTER a Scrabble word?: SPHINCTER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does SPHINCTER mean?: ring of muscle which controls the opening and closing of a hollow organ
How do you use SPHINCTER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The sphincter is noted."
How many points is SPHINCTER worth in Scrabble?: SPHINCTER is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SPHINCTER?: SPHINCTER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SPHINCTER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SPHINCTERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.