Catching
Yes, catching is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
What does catching mean?
noun
- (baseball) playing the position of catcher on a baseball team
- the act of detecting something; catching sight of something
- becoming infected
catching cold is sometimes unavoidable
adjective
- (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for catching
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 16 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of catching
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CATCHING.
Words you can make from catching
Frequently asked questions
Is catching a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Catching 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 catching worth in Scrabble?
Catching is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does catching mean?
Catching means: (baseball) playing the position of catcher on a baseball team.