How many points is STERNUM worth in Scrabble?

STERNUM is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STERNUM?

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

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

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9 pts

STERNUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. STERNUM means "long flat bone to which most of the ribs are attached".

/ˈstɜːnəm/

The breastbone
The sclerotized plate of spiders, between the coxae, marking the floor of the cephalothorax

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

long flat bone to which most of the ribs are attached

In a sentence: "The sternum is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of STERNUM. It scores 9 points.

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

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Is STERNUM a Scrabble word?: STERNUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does STERNUM mean?: long flat bone to which most of the ribs are attached
How do you use STERNUM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The sternum is noted."
How many points is STERNUM worth in Scrabble?: STERNUM is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept STERNUM?: STERNUM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to STERNUM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes STERNUMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.