How many points is STRAIT worth in Scrabble?

STRAIT is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STRAIT?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

6 pts

STRAIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points. STRAIT means "narrow channel connecting two areas of sea".

/stɹeɪt/

Pronunciation: /stɹeɪt/

A narrow channel of water connecting two larger bodies of water.
Example: The Strait of Gibraltar
A narrow pass, passage or street.
A neck of land; an isthmus.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

narrow channel connecting two areas of sea

In a sentence: "The strait is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of STRAIT. It scores 6 points.

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

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Is STRAIT a Scrabble word?: STRAIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 6 points.
What does STRAIT mean?: narrow channel connecting two areas of sea
How do you use STRAIT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The strait is noted."
How many points is STRAIT worth in Scrabble?: STRAIT is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept STRAIT?: STRAIT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to STRAIT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes STRAITS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.