How many points is UPKEEP worth in Scrabble?

UPKEEP is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept UPKEEP?

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

Can you add a letter to UPKEEP?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

UPKEEP

14 pts

UPKEEP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. UPKEEP means "act, process, or cost of keeping something in good repair".

Meaning & examples

noun

Maintenance; the act or effort of keeping something in good and working condition.
Example: I would enjoy having a swimming pool, but I don't want to deal with the upkeep.

verb

To maintain (something) or keep it in good repair.
Example: Do you know how to upkeep a boat?

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

act, process, or cost of keeping something in good repair

In a sentence: "The upkeep is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of UPKEEP. It scores 14 points.

Back hooks

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

UPKEEPS15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

UPKEEP Scrabble FAQ

Is UPKEEP a Scrabble word?: UPKEEP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does UPKEEP mean?: act, process, or cost of keeping something in good repair
How do you use UPKEEP in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The upkeep is noted."
How many points is UPKEEP worth in Scrabble?: UPKEEP is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept UPKEEP?: UPKEEP is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to UPKEEP?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes UPKEEPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.