How many points is LIGAND worth in Scrabble?

LIGAND is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LIGAND?

LIGAND is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to LIGAND?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LIGANDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LIGAND

8 pts

LIGAND is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. LIGAND means "atom, molecule, radical, or ion forming a complex with a central atom".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

atom, molecule, radical, or ion forming a complex with a central atom

Share LIGAND

Check the Scrabble meaning of LIGAND. It scores 8 points.

Back hooks

Add one letter after LIGAND. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

LIGANDS9 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 8

LIGAND Scrabble FAQ

Is LIGAND a Scrabble word?: LIGAND is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
How many points is LIGAND worth in Scrabble?: LIGAND is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LIGAND?: LIGAND is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LIGAND?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LIGANDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.