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PAWN

9 pts

PAWN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. PAWN means "to give as security for something borrowed".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to give as security for something borrowed

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Front hooks

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Back hooks

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

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Letter Values

P3
A1
W4
N1
= 9

PAWN Scrabble FAQ

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