How many points is CHEETAH worth in Scrabble?

CHEETAH is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CHEETAH?

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

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

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CHEETAH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. CHEETAH means "large fast-running spotted African wild cat".

/ˈtʃiːtə/

A distinctive member (Acinonyx jubatus) of the cat family, slightly smaller than the leopard, but with proportionately longer limbs and a smaller head. It is native to Africa and also credited with being the fastest terrestrial animal.

Synonyms: hunting cat, hunting leopard

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

large fast-running spotted African wild cat

In a sentence: "The cheetah is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CHEETAH. It scores 15 points.

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

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Is CHEETAH a Scrabble word?: CHEETAH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does CHEETAH mean?: large fast-running spotted African wild cat
How do you use CHEETAH in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cheetah is noted."
How many points is CHEETAH worth in Scrabble?: CHEETAH is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHEETAH?: CHEETAH is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CHEETAH?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CHEETAHS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.