How many points is RETRIEVE worth in Scrabble?

RETRIEVE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RETRIEVE?

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

Can you add a letter to RETRIEVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RETRIEVE

11 pts

RETRIEVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. RETRIEVE means "fetch back again".

Meaning & examples

/ɹiˈtɹiv/

Pronunciation: /ɹiˈtɹiv/

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noun

A retrieval
The return of a difficult ball
A seeking again; a discovery.

verb

To regain or get back something.
Example: to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball
To rescue (a creature).
To salvage something

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

fetch back again

In a sentence: "They retrieve."

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Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

RETRIEVE Scrabble FAQ

Is RETRIEVE a Scrabble word?: RETRIEVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does RETRIEVE mean?: fetch back again
How do you use RETRIEVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They retrieve."
How many points is RETRIEVE worth in Scrabble?: RETRIEVE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RETRIEVE?: RETRIEVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RETRIEVE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RETRIEVED, RETRIEVER, RETRIEVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.