How many points is GOTCHA worth in Scrabble?

GOTCHA is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GOTCHA?

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

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GOTCHA is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. GOTCHA means "an instance of catching a person out in a deceit or wrongdoing".

A potential problem or source of trouble.
Example: Review the work thoroughly and make sure there are no gotchas.
An instance of publicly tricking someone or exposing them to ridicule, especially by means of an elaborate deception.
An instance of accomplishing a tricky idea or overcoming a difficult obstacle.
Example: Now here's another few gotchas that you can do to implement it.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

an instance of catching a person out in a deceit or wrongdoing

In a sentence: "The gotcha is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of GOTCHA. It scores 12 points.

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

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Is GOTCHA a Scrabble word?: GOTCHA is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does GOTCHA mean?: an instance of catching a person out in a deceit or wrongdoing
How do you use GOTCHA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The gotcha is noted."
How many points is GOTCHA worth in Scrabble?: GOTCHA is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GOTCHA?: GOTCHA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).