How many points is UMBOS worth in Scrabble?

UMBOS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept UMBOS?

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

Can you add a letter to UMBOS?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DUMBOS, GUMBOS, JUMBOS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

UMBOS

9 pts

UMBOS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. UMBOS is a noun form of umbo. UMBO means "the rounded elevation at the center of a shield".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

UMBOS is a noun form of umbo. UMBO means "the rounded elevation at the center of a shield".

In a sentence: "The umbos is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of UMBOS. It scores 9 points.

Base words

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UMBO8 pts

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Letter Values

= 9

UMBOS Scrabble FAQ

Is UMBOS a Scrabble word?: UMBOS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does UMBOS mean?: UMBOS is a noun form of umbo. UMBO means "the rounded elevation at the center of a shield".
How do you use UMBOS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The umbos is noted."
How many points is UMBOS worth in Scrabble?: UMBOS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept UMBOS?: UMBOS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to UMBOS?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DUMBOS, GUMBOS, JUMBOS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.