How many points is CHESS worth in Scrabble?

CHESS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CHESS?

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

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CHESS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. CHESS means "board game for two players".

/t͡ʃɛs/

Pronunciation: /t͡ʃɛs/

A board game for two players with each beginning with sixteen chess pieces moving according to fixed rules across a chessboard with the objective to checkmate the opposing king.

Any of several species of grass in the genus Bromus, generally considered weeds.

(chiefly in the plural) One of the platforms, consisting of two or more planks dowelled together, for the flooring of a temporary military bridge.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

board game for two players

In a sentence: "The chess is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CHESS. It scores 10 points.

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Is CHESS a Scrabble word?: CHESS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does CHESS mean?: board game for two players
How do you use CHESS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The chess is noted."
How many points is CHESS worth in Scrabble?: CHESS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHESS?: CHESS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).