How many points is RETREATS worth in Scrabble?

RETREATS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RETREATS?

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

Can you add a letter to RETREATS?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RETREATS

8 pts

RETREATS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. RETREATS is a verb form of retreat. RETREAT means "move back from a position, withdraw".

Meaning & examples

verb

To treat or deal with (a topic) again or differently.
To apply treatment to (an injury, a surface, etc.) again

noun

The act of pulling back or withdrawing, as from something dangerous, or unpleasant.
The act of reversing direction and receding from a forward position.
A peaceful, quiet place affording privacy or security.

verb

To withdraw from a position, go back.
(of a glacier) To shrink back due to generally warmer temperatures.
To slope back.
Example: a retreating forehead

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RETREATS is a verb form of retreat. RETREAT means "move back from a position, withdraw".

In a sentence: "They retreats."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of RETREATS. It scores 8 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RETREAT7 pts

Front hooks

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

PRETREATS11 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 8

RETREATS Scrabble FAQ

Is RETREATS a Scrabble word?: RETREATS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does RETREATS mean?: RETREATS is a verb form of retreat. RETREAT means "move back from a position, withdraw".
How do you use RETREATS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They retreats."
How many points is RETREATS worth in Scrabble?: RETREATS is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RETREATS?: RETREATS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RETREATS?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRETREATS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.