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TAP
5 ptsTAP is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. TAP means "to strike gently".
verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Dictionary Definition
to strike gently
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Front hooks
Add one letter before TAP. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.
Back hooks
Add one letter after TAP. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in TAP, without blank tiles.
Word forms
Related words
Letter Values
T1
A1
P3
= 5
TAP Scrabble FAQ
- Is TAP a Scrabble word?
- TAP is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
- How many points is TAP worth in Scrabble?
- TAP is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept TAP?
- TAP is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to TAP?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ATAP, TAPA, TAPE, TAPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.