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TAN

3 pts

TAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 3 points. TAN means "brown from the sun's rays".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

brown from the sun's rays

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Back hooks

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Letter Values

T1
A1
N1
= 3

TAN Scrabble FAQ

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