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AFFRICATE

17 pts

AFFRICATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. AFFRICATE means "composite speech sound consisting of a stop and a fricative articulated at the same point".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

composite speech sound consisting of a stop and a fricative articulated at the same point

In a sentence: "The affricate is noted."

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Letter Values

A1
F4
F4
R1
I1
C3
A1
T1
E1
= 17

AFFRICATE Scrabble FAQ

Is AFFRICATE a Scrabble word?
AFFRICATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does AFFRICATE mean?
composite speech sound consisting of a stop and a fricative articulated at the same point
How do you use AFFRICATE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The affricate is noted."
How many points is AFFRICATE worth in Scrabble?
AFFRICATE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AFFRICATE?
AFFRICATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to AFFRICATE?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AFFRICATED, AFFRICATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.