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TENSE

5 pts

TENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points. TENSE means "emotionally strained".

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

emotionally strained

In a sentence: "It is tense."

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

Letter Values

T1
E1
N1
S1
E1
= 5

TENSE Scrabble FAQ

Is TENSE a Scrabble word?
TENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points.
What does TENSE mean?
emotionally strained
How do you use TENSE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is tense."
How many points is TENSE worth in Scrabble?
TENSE is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TENSE?
TENSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TENSE?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TENSED, TENSER, TENSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.