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GENE

5 pts

GENE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. GENE means "a hereditary unit".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a hereditary unit

In a sentence: "The gene is noted."

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Front hooks

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Back hooks

Add one letter after GENE. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

G2
E1
N1
E1
= 5

GENE Scrabble FAQ

Is GENE a Scrabble word?
GENE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does GENE mean?
a hereditary unit
How do you use GENE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The gene is noted."
How many points is GENE worth in Scrabble?
GENE is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GENE?
GENE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GENE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AGENE, GENET. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.