How many points is TELEGRAPH worth in Scrabble?

TELEGRAPH is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TELEGRAPH?

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

Can you add a letter to TELEGRAPH?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

TELEGRAPH

15 pts

TELEGRAPH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. TELEGRAPH means "formerly, a system for sending messages over a distance along a cable".

Meaning & examples

/ˈtɛl.ə.ɡɹæf/

Pronunciation

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noun

An apparatus, or a process, for communicating rapidly between distant points, especially by means of established visible or audible signals representing words or ideas, or by means of words and signs, transmitted by electrical means.
A visible or audible cue that indicates to an opponent the action that a character is about to take.

verb

To send a message by telegraph.
To give nonverbal signals to another, as with gestures or a change in attitude.
Example: Her frown telegraphed her displeasure.
To show one's intended action unintentionally.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

formerly, a system for sending messages over a distance along a cable

In a sentence: "The telegraph is noted."

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Back hooks

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Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

= 15

TELEGRAPH Scrabble FAQ

Is TELEGRAPH a Scrabble word?: TELEGRAPH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does TELEGRAPH mean?: formerly, a system for sending messages over a distance along a cable
How do you use TELEGRAPH in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The telegraph is noted."
How many points is TELEGRAPH worth in Scrabble?: TELEGRAPH is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TELEGRAPH?: TELEGRAPH is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TELEGRAPH?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TELEGRAPHS, TELEGRAPHY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.