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Scrabble Dictionary
PLAY
9 ptsPLAY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. PLAY means "to engage in amusement or sport".
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.
Word forms
Related words
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.