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CHOKES

/tʃəʊks/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

C 3/4
H 4/3
O 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of CHOKES

noun

A control on a carburetor to adjust the air/fuel mixture when the engine is cold.

noun

In wrestling, karate (etc.), a type of hold that can result in strangulation.

noun

A constriction at the muzzle end of a shotgun barrel which affects the spread of the shot.

verb

To be unable to breathe because of obstruction of the windpipe (for instance food or other objects that go down the wrong way, or fumes or particles in the air that cause the throat to constrict).

"Ever since he choked on a bone, he has refused to eat fish."

verb

To prevent (someone) from breathing or talking by strangling or filling the windpipe.

"The collar of this shirt is too tight; it’s choking me."

verb

To obstruct (a passage, etc.) by filling it up or clogging it.

"to choke a cave passage with boulders and mud"

Synonyms of CHOKES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of CHOKES in a Sentence

  • "Ever since he choked on a bone, he has refused to eat fish."
  • "The collar of this shirt is too tight; it’s choking me."
  • "to choke a cave passage with boulders and mud"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
15
points

Is CHOKES a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CHOKES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: CHOKES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CHOKES

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter chokes Total
Scrabble 341511 15
WWF 431511 15

How to Use CHOKES in Word Games

CHOKES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CHOKES 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 CHOKES to find 63 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CHOKES

What does CHOKES mean?
CHOKES is a noun. A control on a carburetor to adjust the air/fuel mixture when the engine is cold.
Is CHOKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CHOKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CHOKES worth in Scrabble?
CHOKES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CHOKES?
You can make 63 words from the letters in CHOKES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CHOKES?
Synonyms of CHOKES include: asphyxiate, strangle, suffocate, throttle, block up, bung up. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.