How many points is GRAPPLE worth in Scrabble?

GRAPPLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GRAPPLE?

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

Can you add a letter to GRAPPLE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

GRAPPLE

12 pts

GRAPPLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. GRAPPLE means "try to cope with (something difficult)".

Meaning & examples

Pronunciation

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noun

A close hand-to-hand struggle; the act of grappling.

verb

To seize something and hold it firmly.
To wrestle or tussle.
(with with) To ponder and intensely evaluate a problem.
Example: to grapple with one's conscience

noun

A tool with claws or hooks which is used to catch or hold something.

verb

To fasten, as with a grapple; (by extension) to fix; to join indissolubly.
To climb (whether by means of a grapple and rope, or by hand, etc).
To use a grapple (for example to attempt to find, hook, and raise a net or cable).

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

try to cope with (something difficult)

In a sentence: "They grapple."

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Letter Values

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GRAPPLE Scrabble FAQ

Is GRAPPLE a Scrabble word?: GRAPPLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does GRAPPLE mean?: try to cope with (something difficult)
How do you use GRAPPLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They grapple."
How many points is GRAPPLE worth in Scrabble?: GRAPPLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GRAPPLE?: GRAPPLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GRAPPLE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GRAPPLED, GRAPPLER, GRAPPLES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.