How many points is METALLOID worth in Scrabble?

METALLOID is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept METALLOID?

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

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METALLOID

12 pts

METALLOID is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. METALLOID is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ˈmɛtəlɔɪd/

noun

An element, such as silicon or germanium, intermediate in properties between that of a metal and a nonmetal; especially one that exhibits the external characteristics of a metal, but behaves chemically more as a nonmetal.
The metallic base of a fixed alkali, or alkaline earth; applied to sodium, potassium, and some other metallic substances whose metallic character was supposed to be not well defined.

adjective

Of or relating to the metalloids.
Characteristic of the metal music genre.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

METALLOID is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The metalloid is noted."

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Word forms

METALLOIDS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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METALLOID Scrabble FAQ

Is METALLOID a Scrabble word?: METALLOID is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does METALLOID mean?: METALLOID is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use METALLOID in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The metalloid is noted."
How many points is METALLOID worth in Scrabble?: METALLOID is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept METALLOID?: METALLOID is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).