How many points is RECYCLE worth in Scrabble?

RECYCLE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECYCLE?

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

Can you add a letter to RECYCLE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RECYCLE

14 pts

RECYCLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. RECYCLE means "reprocess (used materials) for further use".

Meaning & examples

/ɹiˈsaɪkəl/

noun

An act of recycling.

verb

To break down and reuse component materials.
Example: Both paper and plastic can be recycled.
To reuse as a whole.
To collect or place in a bin for recycling.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

reprocess (used materials) for further use

In a sentence: "They recycle."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of RECYCLE. It scores 14 points.

Front hooks

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

PRECYCLE17 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

RECYCLE Scrabble FAQ

Is RECYCLE a Scrabble word?: RECYCLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does RECYCLE mean?: reprocess (used materials) for further use
How do you use RECYCLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They recycle."
How many points is RECYCLE worth in Scrabble?: RECYCLE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECYCLE?: RECYCLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECYCLE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRECYCLE, RECYCLED, RECYCLER, RECYCLES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.