How many points is SWITCHES worth in Scrabble?

SWITCHES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SWITCHES?

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

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SWITCHES

16 pts

SWITCHES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. SWITCHES is a verb form of switch. SWITCH means "to beat with a flexible rod".

Meaning & examples

/swɪtʃɪz/

noun

A bundle of thin sticks, typically made of wood, sometimes bond in such a way that binding can be moved so that it varies the tightness of the binding.

Synonyms: dowel, switch

noun

A device to turn electric current on and off or direct its flow.
A change or exchange.
A movable section of railroad track which allows the train to be directed down one of two destination tracks; (set of) points.

Synonyms: flag, option, specifier, points, crop

verb

To exchange.
Example: I want to switch this red dress for a green one.
To change (something) to the specified state using a switch.
Example: Switch the light on.
To whip or hit with a switch.

Synonyms: interchange, swap

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SWITCHES is a verb form of switch. SWITCH means "to beat with a flexible rod".

In a sentence: "They switches."

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Base words

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SWITCH14 pts

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

Letter Values

= 16

SWITCHES Scrabble FAQ

Is SWITCHES a Scrabble word?: SWITCHES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does SWITCHES mean?: SWITCHES is a verb form of switch. SWITCH means "to beat with a flexible rod".
How do you use SWITCHES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They switches."
How many points is SWITCHES worth in Scrabble?: SWITCHES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SWITCHES?: SWITCHES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).