How many points is HANDCLASP worth in Scrabble?

HANDCLASP is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HANDCLASP?

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

Can you add a letter to HANDCLASP?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

HANDCLASP

17 pts

HANDCLASP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. HANDCLASP is a noun form of handshake. HANDSHAKE means "act of grasping and shaking a person's hand, such as in greeting or when agreeing on a deal".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HANDCLASP is a noun form of handshake. HANDSHAKE means "act of grasping and shaking a person's hand, such as in greeting or when agreeing on a deal".

In a sentence: "The handclasp is noted."

Share HANDCLASP

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

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

HANDSHAKE20 pts

Back hooks

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

HANDCLASPS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

HANDCLASP Scrabble FAQ

Is HANDCLASP a Scrabble word?: HANDCLASP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does HANDCLASP mean?: HANDCLASP is a noun form of handshake. HANDSHAKE means "act of grasping and shaking a person's hand, such as in greeting or when agreeing on a deal".
How do you use HANDCLASP in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The handclasp is noted."
How many points is HANDCLASP worth in Scrabble?: HANDCLASP is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HANDCLASP?: HANDCLASP is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HANDCLASP?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HANDCLASPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.