CHESS
/t͡ʃɛs/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun
Definition of CHESS
A board game for two players with each beginning with sixteen chess pieces moving according to fixed rules across a chessboard with the objective to checkmate the opposing king.
Any of several species of grass in the genus Bromus, generally considered weeds.
(chiefly in the plural) One of the platforms, consisting of two or more planks dowelled together, for the flooring of a temporary military bridge.
Word Details
Is CHESS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CHESS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CHESS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CHESS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | h | e | s | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CHESS
20 words from the letters in CHESS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use CHESS in Word Games
CHESS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CHESS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CHESS to find 20 additional valid words.