How many points is SULPHUR worth in Scrabble?

SULPHUR is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SULPHUR?

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

Can you add a letter to SULPHUR?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SULPHURY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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SULPHUR

12 pts

SULPHUR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. SULPHUR is a verb form of sulfur. SULFUR means "to treat with a certain nonmetallic element".

Meaning & examples

noun

A chemical element (symbol S) with an atomic number of 16.
A yellowish green colour, like that of sulfur.

Synonyms: brimstone

verb

To treat with sulfur, or a sulfur compound, especially to preserve or to counter agricultural pests.

noun

Any of various pierid butterflies of the subfamily Coliadinae, especially the sulphur coloured species. Compare yellow.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SULPHUR is a verb form of sulfur. SULFUR means "to treat with a certain nonmetallic element".

In a sentence: "They sulphur."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

SULFUR9 pts

Word forms

Back hooks

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

SULPHURY16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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SULPHUR Scrabble FAQ

Is SULPHUR a Scrabble word?: SULPHUR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does SULPHUR mean?: SULPHUR is a verb form of sulfur. SULFUR means "to treat with a certain nonmetallic element".
How do you use SULPHUR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They sulphur."
How many points is SULPHUR worth in Scrabble?: SULPHUR is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SULPHUR?: SULPHUR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SULPHUR?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SULPHURY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.