How many points is LENIS worth in Scrabble?

LENIS is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LENIS?

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

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LENIS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. LENIS means "a speech sound pronounced with little or no aspiration".

/ˈliːnɪs/

Weakly articulated (of a consonant), hence voiced; especially as compared to the others of a group of homorganic consonants.

Synonyms: lax

Antonyms: fortis

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a speech sound pronounced with little or no aspiration

In a sentence: "The lenis is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LENIS. It scores 5 points.

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Is LENIS a Scrabble word?: LENIS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does LENIS mean?: a speech sound pronounced with little or no aspiration
How do you use LENIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The lenis is noted."
How many points is LENIS worth in Scrabble?: LENIS is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LENIS?: LENIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).