How many points is FILCHING worth in Scrabble?

FILCHING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FILCHING?

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

Can you add a letter to FILCHING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

FILCHING

17 pts

FILCHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. FILCHING is a verb form of filch. FILCH means "steal (small amounts)".

Meaning & examples

verb

To illegally take possession of (especially items of low value); to pilfer, to steal.
Example: Hey, someone filched my wallet!

noun

The act of one who filches; theft.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FILCHING is a verb form of filch. FILCH means "steal (small amounts)".

In a sentence: "They filching."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of FILCHING. It scores 17 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

FILCH13 pts

Back hooks

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

FILCHINGS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

FILCHING Scrabble FAQ

Is FILCHING a Scrabble word?: FILCHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does FILCHING mean?: FILCHING is a verb form of filch. FILCH means "steal (small amounts)".
How do you use FILCHING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They filching."
How many points is FILCHING worth in Scrabble?: FILCHING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FILCHING?: FILCHING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FILCHING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FILCHINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.