How many points is SUBTLE worth in Scrabble?

SUBTLE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SUBTLE?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

8 pts

SUBTLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. SUBTLE means "not immediately obvious".

/ˈsʌt(ə)l/

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌt(ə)l/

Hard to grasp; not obvious or easily understood; barely noticeable.
Example: The difference is subtle, but you can hear it if you listen carefully.
(of a thing) Cleverly contrived.
(of a person or animal) Cunning, skillful.

Antonyms: simple

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

not immediately obvious

In a sentence: "It is subtle."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SUBTLE. It scores 8 points.

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

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

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Is SUBTLE a Scrabble word?: SUBTLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does SUBTLE mean?: not immediately obvious
How do you use SUBTLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is subtle."
How many points is SUBTLE worth in Scrabble?: SUBTLE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SUBTLE?: SUBTLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SUBTLE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SUBTLER. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.