How many points is CATECHISM worth in Scrabble?

CATECHISM is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CATECHISM?

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

Can you add a letter to CATECHISM?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CATECHISM

18 pts

CATECHISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. CATECHISM means "instruction on the doctrine of a Christian Church in a series of questions and answers".

Meaning & examples

/ˈkætɪˌkɪzəm/

noun

A book, in question and answer form, summarizing the basic principles of Christianity.
A basic manual in some subject.
A set of questions designed to determine knowledge.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

instruction on the doctrine of a Christian Church in a series of questions and answers

In a sentence: "The catechism is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of CATECHISM. It scores 18 points.

Back hooks

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

CATECHISMS19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

CATECHISM Scrabble FAQ

Is CATECHISM a Scrabble word?: CATECHISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does CATECHISM mean?: instruction on the doctrine of a Christian Church in a series of questions and answers
How do you use CATECHISM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The catechism is noted."
How many points is CATECHISM worth in Scrabble?: CATECHISM is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CATECHISM?: CATECHISM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CATECHISM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATECHISMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.