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AMATEUR

9 pts

AMATEUR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. AMATEUR means "one who engages in an activity without paid compensation".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

one who engages in an activity without paid compensation

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Letter Values

A1
M3
A1
T1
E1
U1
R1
= 9

AMATEUR Scrabble FAQ

Is AMATEUR a Scrabble word?
AMATEUR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
How many points is AMATEUR worth in Scrabble?
AMATEUR is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AMATEUR?
AMATEUR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to AMATEUR?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AMATEURS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.