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Scratch

Yes, scratch is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.

What does scratch mean?

noun

  1. an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
  2. a depression scratched or carved into a surface
  3. informal terms for money

verb

  1. cause friction my sweater scratches
  2. cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
  3. scrape or rub as if to relieve itching Don't scratch your insect bites!

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for scratch

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants1 / 6
Scrabble points14
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of scratch

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SCRATCH.

Words you can make from scratch

Unscramble SCRATCH for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is scratch a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Scratch 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 scratch worth in Scrabble?

Scratch is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does scratch mean?

Scratch means: an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off.