How many points is HEALTHCARE worth in Scrabble?

HEALTHCARE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HEALTHCARE?

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

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

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18 pts

HEALTHCARE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. HEALTHCARE means "the provision of medical services".

The prevention, treatment, and management of illness or the preservation of mental and physical well-being through the services offered by the medical, nursing, and allied health professions.
Example: I think free health care should also cover nearsightedness.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

the provision of medical services

In a sentence: "The healthcare is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of HEALTHCARE. It scores 18 points.

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

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

= 18

Is HEALTHCARE a Scrabble word?: HEALTHCARE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does HEALTHCARE mean?: the provision of medical services
How do you use HEALTHCARE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The healthcare is noted."
How many points is HEALTHCARE worth in Scrabble?: HEALTHCARE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HEALTHCARE?: HEALTHCARE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HEALTHCARE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HEALTHCARES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.