How many points is CYSTEIN worth in Scrabble?

CYSTEIN is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CYSTEIN?

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

Can you add a letter to CYSTEIN?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CYSTEIN

12 pts

CYSTEIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. CYSTEIN is a noun form of cysteine. CYSTEINE means "sulphur-containing amino acid".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CYSTEIN is a noun form of cysteine. CYSTEINE means "sulphur-containing amino acid".

In a sentence: "The cystein is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of CYSTEIN. It scores 12 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

CYSTEINE13 pts

Back hooks

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

CYSTEINS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

CYSTEIN Scrabble FAQ

Is CYSTEIN a Scrabble word?: CYSTEIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does CYSTEIN mean?: CYSTEIN is a noun form of cysteine. CYSTEINE means "sulphur-containing amino acid".
How do you use CYSTEIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cystein is noted."
How many points is CYSTEIN worth in Scrabble?: CYSTEIN is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CYSTEIN?: CYSTEIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CYSTEIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CYSTEINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.