Is ITCHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ITCHES is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 11 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does ITCHES mean?
Itches is a form of ITCH.
- verb
scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
“Don't scratch your insect bites!”
- verb
have or perceive an itch
“I'm itching--the air is so dry!”
- noun
a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation
“he has a bad case of the itch”
- noun
a strong restless desire
“why this urge to travel?”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
11
Scrabble
11
Words With Friends
6
Letters
I (1) + T (1) + C (3) + H (4) + E (1) + S (1) = 11 points in Scrabble.
Dictionary status
- Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
- Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
- Words With FriendsListed
Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.
Hooks for ITCHES
Single letters that turn ITCHES into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Anagrams of ITCHES
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