How many points is RECOGNIZE worth in Scrabble?

RECOGNIZE is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECOGNIZE?

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

Can you add a letter to RECOGNIZE?

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

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RECOGNIZE

21 pts

RECOGNIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points. RECOGNIZE means "identify as (a person or thing) already known".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɹɛkənaɪz/

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛkənaɪz/

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Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛkənaɪz/

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verb

To match (something or someone which one currently perceives) to a memory of some previous encounter with the same person or thing.
Example: I recognised his face immediately.
To acknowledge the existence or legality of; to treat as valid or worthy of consideration.
Example: The US and a number of EU countries are expected to recognize Kosovo on Monday.
(or with clause) To acknowledge or consider (as being a certain thing or having a certain quality or property).
Example: I recognize that my behaviour has been unacceptable.

verb

To cognize again

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

identify as (a person or thing) already known

In a sentence: "They recognize."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of RECOGNIZE. It scores 21 points.

Front hooks

Add one letter before RECOGNIZE. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

PRECOGNIZE24 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

Z10

= 21

RECOGNIZE Scrabble FAQ

Is RECOGNIZE a Scrabble word?: RECOGNIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points.
What does RECOGNIZE mean?: identify as (a person or thing) already known
How do you use RECOGNIZE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They recognize."
How many points is RECOGNIZE worth in Scrabble?: RECOGNIZE is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECOGNIZE?: RECOGNIZE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECOGNIZE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRECOGNIZE, RECOGNIZED, RECOGNIZEE, RECOGNIZER, RECOGNIZES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.