How many points is AMPHORA worth in Scrabble?

AMPHORA is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept AMPHORA?

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

Can you add a letter to AMPHORA?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AMPHORAE, AMPHORAL, AMPHORAS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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Scrabble Dictionary

AMPHORA

14 pts

AMPHORA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. AMPHORA means "two-handled ancient Greek or Roman jar".

Meaning & examples

/ˈæm.fə.ɹə/

noun

A two-handled jar with a narrow neck that was used in ancient times to store or carry wine or oil.
One of various units for measuring liquid or volume during the Roman Empire, measuring between 18.5 and 39 litres depending on the variant.
Ancient unit of volume, for the measurement of the internal capacity of a ship.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

two-handled ancient Greek or Roman jar

In a sentence: "The amphora is noted."

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Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

= 14

AMPHORA Scrabble FAQ

Is AMPHORA a Scrabble word?: AMPHORA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does AMPHORA mean?: two-handled ancient Greek or Roman jar
How do you use AMPHORA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The amphora is noted."
How many points is AMPHORA worth in Scrabble?: AMPHORA is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AMPHORA?: AMPHORA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to AMPHORA?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AMPHORAE, AMPHORAL, AMPHORAS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.