How many points is APOTHEGM worth in Scrabble?

APOTHEGM is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept APOTHEGM?

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

Can you add a letter to APOTHEGM?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

APOTHEGM

16 pts

APOTHEGM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. APOTHEGM means "short cryptic remark containing some general or generally accepted truth; maxim".

Meaning & examples

/ˈæp.ə.θɛm/

Pronunciation: /ˈæp.ə.θɛm/

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noun

A short, witty, instructive saying; an aphorism or maxim.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

short cryptic remark containing some general or generally accepted truth; maxim

In a sentence: "The apothegm is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of APOTHEGM. It scores 16 points.

Back hooks

Add one letter after APOTHEGM. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

APOTHEGMS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

APOTHEGM Scrabble FAQ

Is APOTHEGM a Scrabble word?: APOTHEGM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does APOTHEGM mean?: short cryptic remark containing some general or generally accepted truth; maxim
How do you use APOTHEGM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The apothegm is noted."
How many points is APOTHEGM worth in Scrabble?: APOTHEGM is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept APOTHEGM?: APOTHEGM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to APOTHEGM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes APOTHEGMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.