How many points is UNDERSTANDS worth in Scrabble?

UNDERSTANDS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept UNDERSTANDS?

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

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UNDERSTANDS

13 pts

UNDERSTANDS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. UNDERSTANDS is a verb form of understand. UNDERSTAND means "to grasp the meaning of".

Meaning & examples

verb

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.
Example: I'm sorry. I don't understand.
To believe, to think one grasps sufficiently despite potentially incomplete knowledge.
Example: I understand that you have a package for me?
(obsolete outside circus, acrobatics) To stand underneath, to support.

Synonyms: believe, apprehend, comprehend, grasp, grok, know, perceive, pick up what someone is putting down

Antonyms: misunderstand

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Definition and meaning

UNDERSTANDS is a verb form of understand. UNDERSTAND means "to grasp the meaning of".

In a sentence: "They understands."

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UNDERSTANDS Scrabble FAQ

Is UNDERSTANDS a Scrabble word?: UNDERSTANDS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does UNDERSTANDS mean?: UNDERSTANDS is a verb form of understand. UNDERSTAND means "to grasp the meaning of".
How do you use UNDERSTANDS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They understands."
How many points is UNDERSTANDS worth in Scrabble?: UNDERSTANDS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept UNDERSTANDS?: UNDERSTANDS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).