How many points is CAPLIN worth in Scrabble?

CAPLIN is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CAPLIN?

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

Can you add a letter to CAPLIN?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CAPLIN

10 pts

CAPLIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. CAPLIN is a noun form of capelin. CAPELIN means "type of small marine food fish".

Meaning & examples

noun

Mallotus villosus, a type of smelt found in the Atlantic and Arctic oceans.

noun

The cap or coupling of a flail, through which the thongs pass that connect the handle and swingel.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CAPLIN is a noun form of capelin. CAPELIN means "type of small marine food fish".

In a sentence: "The caplin is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of CAPLIN. It scores 10 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

CAPELIN11 pts

Back hooks

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

CAPLINS11 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 10

CAPLIN Scrabble FAQ

Is CAPLIN a Scrabble word?: CAPLIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does CAPLIN mean?: CAPLIN is a noun form of capelin. CAPELIN means "type of small marine food fish".
How do you use CAPLIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The caplin is noted."
How many points is CAPLIN worth in Scrabble?: CAPLIN is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAPLIN?: CAPLIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CAPLIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CAPLINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.