How many points is OBSTACLE worth in Scrabble?

OBSTACLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OBSTACLE?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

OBSTACLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. OBSTACLE means "a hindrance".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a hindrance

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

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

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

= 12

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