How many points is STANDBY worth in Scrabble?

STANDBY is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STANDBY?

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

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

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13 pts

STANDBY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. STANDBY means "person or thing that is ready for use".

To wait in expectation of some event; to make ready.
Example: Please stand by for more instructions.
To remain loyal or faithful to.
Example: Even though money is scarce sometimes, Ann stands by her decision to be a full-time mother.
To support; to continue to support despite things being bad.
Example: They stood by us all along and it's awesome to see them out here to support us today.

Synonyms: lallygag, waste time, go to the wall for someone, keep faith, uphold, hang on, stay

A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
Example: The troops were on standby in case of an attack.
Sleep mode
(travel) Waiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out.

Synonyms: at the ready

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

person or thing that is ready for use

In a sentence: "The standby is noted."

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

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

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

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