How many points is TENSION worth in Scrabble?

TENSION is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TENSION?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

7 pts

TENSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points. TENSION means "hostility or suspense".

/ˈtɛnʃən/

The condition of being held in a state between two or more forces, which are acting in opposition to each other.
Psychological state of being tense.
A feeling of nervousness, excitement, or fear that is created in a movie, book, etc.; suspense.

To place an object in tension, to pull or place strain on.
Example: We tensioned the cable until it snapped.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

hostility or suspense

In a sentence: "The tension is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of TENSION. It scores 7 points.

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

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

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Is TENSION a Scrabble word?: TENSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points.
What does TENSION mean?: hostility or suspense
How do you use TENSION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The tension is noted."
How many points is TENSION worth in Scrabble?: TENSION is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TENSION?: TENSION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TENSION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TENSIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.