How many points is RATCHES worth in Scrabble?

RATCHES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RATCHES?

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

Can you add a letter to RATCHES?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRATCHES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RATCHES

12 pts

RATCHES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. RATCHES is a noun form of ratch. RATCH means "a mechanism that allows motion in one direction only".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RATCHES is a noun form of ratch. RATCH means "a mechanism that allows motion in one direction only".

In a sentence: "The ratches is noted."

Share RATCHES

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

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RATCH10 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before RATCHES. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

CRATCHES15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

RATCHES Scrabble FAQ

Is RATCHES a Scrabble word?: RATCHES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does RATCHES mean?: RATCHES is a noun form of ratch. RATCH means "a mechanism that allows motion in one direction only".
How do you use RATCHES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ratches is noted."
How many points is RATCHES worth in Scrabble?: RATCHES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RATCHES?: RATCHES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RATCHES?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRATCHES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.