Checkmate
Yes, checkmate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 22 points in Scrabble.
What does checkmate mean?
noun
- complete victory
- a chess move constituting an inescapable and indefensible attack on the opponent's king
verb
- place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game
Kasparov checkmated his opponent after only a few moves
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for checkmate
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 22 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of checkmate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CHECKMATE.
Words you can make from checkmate
Frequently asked questions
Is checkmate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Checkmate 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 checkmate worth in Scrabble?
Checkmate is worth 22 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does checkmate mean?
Checkmate means: complete victory.