How many points is MACHETE worth in Scrabble?

MACHETE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MACHETE?

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

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MACHETE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. MACHETE means "a large, heavy knife".

/məˈtʃɛ.ti/

Pronunciation: /məˈtʃɛ.ti/

A sword-like tool used for cutting large plants with a chopping motion, or as a weapon. The blade is usually 50 to 65 centimeters long, and up to three millimeters thick.

Synonyms: bolo, sundang

To cut or chop with a machete.
Example: After some hours of intense work, we had macheted a path through the jungle to the bank of the river.
To hack or chop crudely with a blade other than a machete.
Example: You can't just machete about with a rapier and expect to succeed; you need to thrust properly.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a large, heavy knife

In a sentence: "The machete is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MACHETE. It scores 14 points.

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Is MACHETE a Scrabble word?: MACHETE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does MACHETE mean?: a large, heavy knife
How do you use MACHETE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The machete is noted."
How many points is MACHETE worth in Scrabble?: MACHETE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MACHETE?: MACHETE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).