How many points is USE worth in Scrabble?

USE is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept USE?

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

Can you add a letter to USE?

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

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USE

3 pts

USE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. USE means "to put into service".

Meaning & examples

noun

The act of using.
Example: The use of torture has been condemned by the United Nations.
The act of consuming alcohol or narcotics.
(followed by "of") Usefulness, benefit.
Example: What's the use of a law that nobody follows?

Synonyms: employment, nait, note, usage, benefit, good, point, usefulness

verb

To utilize or employ.
To accustom; to habituate. (Now common only in participial form. Uses the same pronunciation as the noun; see usage notes.)
Example: soldiers who are used to hardships and danger
(except in past tense) To habitually do; to be wont to do. (Now chiefly in past-tense forms; see used to.)
Example: I used to get things done.

Synonyms: apply, employ, engage, utilise, utilize, exploit, take advantage of

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to put into service

In a sentence: "They use."

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Letter Values

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USE Scrabble FAQ

Is USE a Scrabble word?: USE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points.
What does USE mean?: to put into service
How do you use USE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They use."
How many points is USE worth in Scrabble?: USE is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept USE?: USE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to USE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FUSE, MUSE, RUSE. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

USE

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verb

Definition and meaning

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