Stalemate
Yes, stalemate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does stalemate mean?
noun
- a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible
reached an impasse on the negotiations
- drawing position in chess: any of a player's possible moves would place his king in check
verb
- subject to a stalemate
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for stalemate
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of stalemate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters STALEMATE.
Words you can make from stalemate
Frequently asked questions
Is stalemate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Stalemate 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 stalemate worth in Scrabble?
Stalemate is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does stalemate mean?
Stalemate means: a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible.