How many points is CATCHWORD worth in Scrabble?

CATCHWORD is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CATCHWORD?

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

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATCHWORDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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Scrabble Dictionary

20 pts

CATCHWORD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. CATCHWORD means "well-known and frequently used phrase".

/ˈkætʃwɜːd/

A word under the right-hand side of the last line on a book page that repeats the first word on the following page.
A word or expression repeated until it becomes representative of a party, school, business, or point of view.
Among theatrical performers, the last word of the preceding speaker, serving as a cue for the next speaker.

Synonyms: watchword, guide word

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

well-known and frequently used phrase

In a sentence: "The catchword is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CATCHWORD. It scores 20 points.

Add one letter after CATCHWORD. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

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Is CATCHWORD a Scrabble word?: CATCHWORD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does CATCHWORD mean?: well-known and frequently used phrase
How do you use CATCHWORD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The catchword is noted."
How many points is CATCHWORD worth in Scrabble?: CATCHWORD is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CATCHWORD?: CATCHWORD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CATCHWORD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATCHWORDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.