How many points is APHELION worth in Scrabble?

APHELION is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept APHELION?

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

Can you add a letter to APHELION?

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

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APHELION

13 pts

APHELION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. APHELION means "point of a planet's orbit that is farthest from the sun".

Meaning & examples

/æpˈhiːlɪən/

Pronunciation: /æpˈhiːlɪən/

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noun

The point in the elliptical orbit of a planet, comet, etc., where it is farthest from the Sun.

Antonyms: perihelion

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

point of a planet's orbit that is farthest from the sun

In a sentence: "The aphelion is noted."

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APHELIONS14 pts

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Letter Values

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APHELION Scrabble FAQ

Is APHELION a Scrabble word?: APHELION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does APHELION mean?: point of a planet's orbit that is farthest from the sun
How do you use APHELION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The aphelion is noted."
How many points is APHELION worth in Scrabble?: APHELION is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept APHELION?: APHELION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to APHELION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes APHELIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.