CLASP
9
Definition
Pronunciation: //klæsp//
noun
- (countable) A device with interlocking parts used for fastening things together, such as a fastener or a holder."I always have a hard time working the clasp on this necklace!"
- (countable) A bar or insignia on a medal ribbon, to either indicate an additional award of the medal, or the action or service for which it was awarded.
- (uncountable) An embrace, a grasp, or handshake."He took her hand in a firm clasp."
verb
- (transitive) To take hold of; to grasp."They clasped hands and parted as friends."
- (transitive) To shut or fasten together with, or as if with, a clasp.
- (intransitive, obsolete, rare) To cling.
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 5 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 9 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 12 points
Word Games
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
- Yes
- Wordle
- Yes
- Words With Friends
- Yes
How many Scrabble points is the word 'CLASP'?
The word CLASP is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
C3
L1
A1
S1
P3
Total: 9 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'CLASP'?
The word CLASP is worth 12 points in Words With Friends.
C4
L2
A1
S1
P4
Total: 12 points
What's the difference between Scrabble and Words With Friends points?
While many letters share the same point values, there are several key differences between Scrabble and Words With Friends point values:
- B, C, M, P: Worth 3 points in Scrabble, but 4 points in Words With Friends
- H, Y: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 3 points in Words With Friends
- L, N, U: Worth 1 point in Scrabble, but 2 points in Words With Friends
- V: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 5 points in Words With Friends
- J: Worth 8 points in Scrabble, but 10 points in Words With Friends
Note: These are base letter values. Actual game scores also depend on bonus squares (Double/Triple Letter/Word) and board placement, which differ between the two games. See the complete Scrabble point values and Words With Friends point values for full reference.