How many points is CHINA worth in Scrabble?

CHINA is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CHINA?

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

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CHINA

10 pts

CHINA is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. CHINA means "fine porcelain ware".

Meaning & examples

/tʃʌɪnə/

Pronunciation

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noun

The plant Smilax china, a liana of much of eastern Asia.

Synonyms: china

noun

A plant or flower of the repeat-blooming Chinese rose species Rosa chinensis.
A plant or flower of one of the class of hybrids developed from Rosa chinensis.
Synonym of elderflower rose, Rosa cymosa.

Synonyms: china

noun

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, native to east Asia.

Synonyms: China rose

noun

Chinaware: porcelain tableware.
Example: He set the table with china, cloth napkins, and crystal stemware.
Cheaper and lower-quality ceramic and ceramic tableware, distinguished from porcelain.
Synonym of cheyney: worsted or woolen stuff.

noun

A small gastropod (Monetaria moneta, syn. Cypraea moneta) common in the Indian Ocean; its shell.
(by extension) Any gastropod of the genus Cypraea; its shell.
(by extension) Any gastropod of the family Cypraeidae; its shell.

Synonyms: money cowrie, wampum

noun

A person other than a family member, spouse or lover whose company one enjoys and towards whom one feels affection.
Example: John and I have been friends ever since we were roommates at college. Trust is important between friends. I used to find it hard to make friends when I was shy.
An associate who provides assistance.
Example: The Automobile Association is every motorist's friend. The police is every law-abiding citizen's friend.
A person with whom one is vaguely or indirectly acquainted.
Example: a friend of a friend; I added him as a friend on Facebook, but I hardly know him.

Synonyms: buddy, buster, mate, pal, sonny, admirer, booster, champion

Antonyms: enemy, foe, stranger

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

fine porcelain ware

In a sentence: "The china is noted."

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Word forms

CHINAS11 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

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CHINA Scrabble FAQ

Is CHINA a Scrabble word?: CHINA is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does CHINA mean?: fine porcelain ware
How do you use CHINA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The china is noted."
How many points is CHINA worth in Scrabble?: CHINA is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHINA?: CHINA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).