How many points is LYCHEE worth in Scrabble?

LYCHEE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LYCHEE?

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

Can you add a letter to LYCHEE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

LYCHEE

14 pts

LYCHEE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. LYCHEE is a noun form of litchi. LITCHI means "Chinese tree with round edible fruits".

Meaning & examples

/ˈlaɪ̯t͡ʃiː/

noun

The Chinese tropical fruit tree Litchi chinensis, of the soapberry family.
That tree's bright red oval fruit with a single stone surrounded by a fleshy white aril.
A soft pink-red colour, like that of a lychee rind (also called lychee red).

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LYCHEE is a noun form of litchi. LITCHI means "Chinese tree with round edible fruits".

In a sentence: "The lychee is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of LYCHEE. It scores 14 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LITCHI11 pts

Back hooks

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

LYCHEES15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

LYCHEE Scrabble FAQ

Is LYCHEE a Scrabble word?: LYCHEE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does LYCHEE mean?: LYCHEE is a noun form of litchi. LITCHI means "Chinese tree with round edible fruits".
How do you use LYCHEE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The lychee is noted."
How many points is LYCHEE worth in Scrabble?: LYCHEE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LYCHEE?: LYCHEE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LYCHEE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LYCHEES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.