How many points is ETHENE worth in Scrabble?

ETHENE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ETHENE?

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

Can you add a letter to ETHENE?

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

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ETHENE

9 pts

ETHENE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. ETHENE is a noun form of ethylene. ETHYLENE means "poisonous gas used as an anaesthetic and as fuel".

Meaning & examples

noun

(IUPAC name) The organic chemical compound ethylene. The simplest alkene, a colorless gaseous (at room temperature and pressure) hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H4
Any alkene derived from ethylene

Synonyms: ethylene, olefiant gas

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ETHENE is a noun form of ethylene. ETHYLENE means "poisonous gas used as an anaesthetic and as fuel".

In a sentence: "The ethene is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

ETHYLENE14 pts

Back hooks

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ETHENES10 pts

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Letter Values

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ETHENE Scrabble FAQ

Is ETHENE a Scrabble word?: ETHENE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does ETHENE mean?: ETHENE is a noun form of ethylene. ETHYLENE means "poisonous gas used as an anaesthetic and as fuel".
How do you use ETHENE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ethene is noted."
How many points is ETHENE worth in Scrabble?: ETHENE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ETHENE?: ETHENE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ETHENE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ETHENES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.