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HONGI

9 pts

HONGI is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. HONGI means "Māori greeting in which people touch noses".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

Māori greeting in which people touch noses

In a sentence: "The hongi is noted."

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Letter Values

H4
O1
N1
G2
I1
= 9

HONGI Scrabble FAQ

Is HONGI a Scrabble word?
HONGI is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does HONGI mean?
Māori greeting in which people touch noses
How do you use HONGI in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The hongi is noted."
How many points is HONGI worth in Scrabble?
HONGI is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HONGI?
HONGI is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HONGI?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HONGIS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.