How many points is DETECTION worth in Scrabble?

DETECTION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETECTION?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

DETECTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Check the Scrabble meaning of DETECTION. It scores 12 points.

Add one letter after DETECTION. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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

= 12

Is DETECTION a Scrabble word?: DETECTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
How many points is DETECTION worth in Scrabble?: DETECTION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETECTION?: DETECTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DETECTION?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DETECTIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.