How many points is HANDCLAPS worth in Scrabble?

HANDCLAPS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HANDCLAPS?

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

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HANDCLAPS

17 pts

HANDCLAPS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. HANDCLAPS is a noun form of handclap. HANDCLAP means "act of clapping hands".

Meaning & examples

noun

A single clap of the hands

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HANDCLAPS is a noun form of handclap. HANDCLAP means "act of clapping hands".

In a sentence: "The handclaps is noted."

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HANDCLAP16 pts

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Letter Values

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HANDCLAPS Scrabble FAQ

Is HANDCLAPS a Scrabble word?: HANDCLAPS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does HANDCLAPS mean?: HANDCLAPS is a noun form of handclap. HANDCLAP means "act of clapping hands".
How do you use HANDCLAPS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The handclaps is noted."
How many points is HANDCLAPS worth in Scrabble?: HANDCLAPS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HANDCLAPS?: HANDCLAPS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).