Backhand
Yes, backhand is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 20 points in Scrabble.
What does backhand mean?
noun
- a return made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke
verb
- hit a tennis ball backhand
adjective
- (of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke
- (of handwriting) having the letters slanting backward
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for backhand
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 20 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of backhand
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACKHAND.
Words you can make from backhand
Frequently asked questions
Is backhand a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Backhand is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is backhand worth in Scrabble?
Backhand is worth 20 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does backhand mean?
Backhand means: a return made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.