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PLAY

9 pts

PLAY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. PLAY means "to engage in amusement or sport".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to engage in amusement or sport

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Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

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Letter Values

P3
L1
A1
Y4
= 9

PLAY Scrabble FAQ

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