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HANDBRAKE

9 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

H 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
B 3/4
R 1/1
A 1/1
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E 1/1

Definition of HANDBRAKE

noun

A brake in a vehicle, set by hand, and usually locking on until released by hand, enabling its use when parked.

noun

The mechanism, particularly the locking hand-operated lever in a motor car, which is used to set and release such a brake.

verb

To apply the handbrake in a vehicle.

Synonyms of HANDBRAKE

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Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
19
points
WWF
20
points

Is HANDBRAKE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 19 pts Words With Friends

Tip: HANDBRAKE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for HANDBRAKE

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

Letter handbrake Total
Scrabble 411231151 19
WWF 312241151 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in HANDBRAKE

100 words from the letters in HANDBRAKE

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How to Use HANDBRAKE in Word Games

HANDBRAKE is worth 19 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HANDBRAKE

What does HANDBRAKE mean?
HANDBRAKE is a noun. A brake in a vehicle, set by hand, and usually locking on until released by hand, enabling its use when parked.
Is HANDBRAKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HANDBRAKE is not valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 19 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HANDBRAKE worth in Scrabble?
HANDBRAKE is worth 19 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HANDBRAKE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in HANDBRAKE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HANDBRAKE?
Synonyms of HANDBRAKE include: parking brake. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.