How many points is HOUSEWIVES worth in Scrabble?

HOUSEWIVES is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HOUSEWIVES?

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

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HOUSEWIVES

19 pts

HOUSEWIVES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points. HOUSEWIVES is a noun form of housewife. HOUSEWIFE means "a female houseperson".

Meaning & examples

noun

(plural "housewives") A woman whose main employment is homemaking, maintaining the upkeep of her home and tending to household affairs; often, such a woman whose sole [unpaid] employment is homemaking.
(plural "housewives") The wife of a householder; the mistress of a family; the female head of a household.
(plural "housewifes") A little case or bag for materials used in sewing, and for other articles of female work.

Synonyms: henhussy, hussy

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HOUSEWIVES is a noun form of housewife. HOUSEWIFE means "a female houseperson".

In a sentence: "The housewives is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of HOUSEWIVES. It scores 19 points.

Base words

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HOUSEWIFE18 pts

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Letter Values

= 19

HOUSEWIVES Scrabble FAQ

Is HOUSEWIVES a Scrabble word?: HOUSEWIVES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points.
What does HOUSEWIVES mean?: HOUSEWIVES is a noun form of housewife. HOUSEWIFE means "a female houseperson".
How do you use HOUSEWIVES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The housewives is noted."
How many points is HOUSEWIVES worth in Scrabble?: HOUSEWIVES is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOUSEWIVES?: HOUSEWIVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).