How many points is MATCHSTICK worth in Scrabble?

MATCHSTICK is worth 23 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MATCHSTICK?

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

Can you add a letter to MATCHSTICK?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

MATCHSTICK

23 pts

MATCHSTICK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 23 points. MATCHSTICK means "a slender piece especially of wood from which a match is made".

Meaning & examples

noun

A small, slender piece of wood or cardboard serving as a component of a match.
Example: The end of the matchstick is dipped in a sulfurous compound to turn it into a complete match.
(chiefly in the plural) Any similarly small and thin piece.
Example: The explosion blew the powder shed to matchsticks.

Synonyms: shred, sliver, splinter

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a slender piece especially of wood from which a match is made

In a sentence: "The matchstick is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of MATCHSTICK. It scores 23 points.

Back hooks

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

MATCHSTICKS24 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 23

MATCHSTICK Scrabble FAQ

Is MATCHSTICK a Scrabble word?: MATCHSTICK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 23 points.
What does MATCHSTICK mean?: a slender piece especially of wood from which a match is made
How do you use MATCHSTICK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The matchstick is noted."
How many points is MATCHSTICK worth in Scrabble?: MATCHSTICK is worth 23 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MATCHSTICK?: MATCHSTICK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MATCHSTICK?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MATCHSTICKS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.