How many points is ITCHING worth in Scrabble?

ITCHING is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ITCHING?

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

Can you add a letter to ITCHING?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BITCHING, DITCHING, HITCHING, MITCHING, PITCHING, WITCHING, ITCHINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ITCHING

13 pts

ITCHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. ITCHING is a noun form of itch. ITCH means "skin irritation causing a desire to scratch".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɪtʃɪŋ/

verb

To feel itchy; to feel a need to be scratched.
To have a constant, teasing urge; to feel strongly motivated; to want or desire something.
Example: He started learning to drive and he has been itching for opportunities to practice ever since.
To cause to feel an itch.

noun

A sensation that itches.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ITCHING is a noun form of itch. ITCH means "skin irritation causing a desire to scratch".

In a sentence: "The itching is noted."

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Base words

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ITCH9 pts

Front hooks

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Back hooks

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ITCHINGS14 pts

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Letter Values

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ITCHING Scrabble FAQ

Is ITCHING a Scrabble word?: ITCHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does ITCHING mean?: ITCHING is a noun form of itch. ITCH means "skin irritation causing a desire to scratch".
How do you use ITCHING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The itching is noted."
How many points is ITCHING worth in Scrabble?: ITCHING is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ITCHING?: ITCHING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ITCHING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BITCHING, DITCHING, HITCHING, MITCHING, PITCHING, WITCHING, ITCHINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.