How many points is HISTIDINE worth in Scrabble?

HISTIDINE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HISTIDINE?

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

Can you add a letter to HISTIDINE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

HISTIDINE

13 pts

HISTIDINE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. HISTIDINE means "nonessential amino acid that occurs in most proteins: a precursor of histamine".

Meaning & examples

noun

An essential amino acid C6H9N3O2 found in most animal proteins; essential for tissue growth and repair.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

nonessential amino acid that occurs in most proteins: a precursor of histamine

In a sentence: "The histidine is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of HISTIDINE. It scores 13 points.

Back hooks

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

HISTIDINES14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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HISTIDINE Scrabble FAQ

Is HISTIDINE a Scrabble word?: HISTIDINE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does HISTIDINE mean?: nonessential amino acid that occurs in most proteins: a precursor of histamine
How do you use HISTIDINE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The histidine is noted."
How many points is HISTIDINE worth in Scrabble?: HISTIDINE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HISTIDINE?: HISTIDINE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HISTIDINE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HISTIDINES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.