How many points is APHTHOUS worth in Scrabble?

APHTHOUS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept APHTHOUS?

APHTHOUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to APHTHOUS?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes NAPHTHOUS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

APHTHOUS

16 pts

APHTHOUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. APHTHOUS is a adjective form of aphtha. APHTHA means "a small blister in the mouth or stomach".

adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

APHTHOUS is a adjective form of aphtha. APHTHA means "a small blister in the mouth or stomach".

In a sentence: "It is aphthous."

Share APHTHOUS

Check the Scrabble meaning of APHTHOUS. It scores 16 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

APHTHA14 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before APHTHOUS. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

NAPHTHOUS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in APHTHOUS, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 16

APHTHOUS Scrabble FAQ

Is APHTHOUS a Scrabble word?: APHTHOUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does APHTHOUS mean?: APHTHOUS is a adjective form of aphtha. APHTHA means "a small blister in the mouth or stomach".
How do you use APHTHOUS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is aphthous."
How many points is APHTHOUS worth in Scrabble?: APHTHOUS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept APHTHOUS?: APHTHOUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to APHTHOUS?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes NAPHTHOUS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.