How many points is PENUMBRAE worth in Scrabble?

PENUMBRAE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PENUMBRAE?

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

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PENUMBRAE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. PENUMBRAE is a noun form of penumbra. PENUMBRA means "a partial shadow".

A partially shaded area around the edges of a shadow, especially an eclipse.
A region around the edge of a sunspot, darker than the sun's surface but lighter than the middle of the sunspot.
An area of uncertainty or intermediacy between two mutually exclusive states or categories.

Synonyms: grey area, outskirt, periphery

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

PENUMBRAE is a noun form of penumbra. PENUMBRA means "a partial shadow".

In a sentence: "The penumbrae is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PENUMBRAE. It scores 15 points.

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Is PENUMBRAE a Scrabble word?: PENUMBRAE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does PENUMBRAE mean?: PENUMBRAE is a noun form of penumbra. PENUMBRA means "a partial shadow".
How do you use PENUMBRAE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The penumbrae is noted."
How many points is PENUMBRAE worth in Scrabble?: PENUMBRAE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PENUMBRAE?: PENUMBRAE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).