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NIL

3 pts

NIL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. NIL means "nothing".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

nothing

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Front hooks

Add one letter before NIL. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

N1
I1
L1
= 3

NIL Scrabble FAQ

Is NIL a Scrabble word?
NIL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points.
How many points is NIL worth in Scrabble?
NIL is worth 3 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NIL?
NIL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NIL?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANIL, NILL, NILS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.