Word: ECARTE
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Definition of ECARTE
- A card game for two persons, with 32 cards, ranking K, Q, J, A, 10, 9, 8, 7. Five cards are dealt each player, and the 11th turned as trump. Five points constitute a game.
"Mortimer had stayed to dinner, and he and the baronet played ecarte afterwards. - A. Conan Doyle in The Hound of the Baskervilles"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "ecarte" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "ecarte" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ECARTE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ECARTE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ECARTE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ECARTE:
- # the ecarte effect
- # master of ecarte
- # playing with ecarte
- # in terms of ecarte
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