How many points is MELISMA worth in Scrabble?

MELISMA is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MELISMA?

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

Can you add a letter to MELISMA?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

MELISMA

11 pts

MELISMA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. MELISMA means "expressive vocal phrase or passage consisting of several notes sung to one syllable".

Meaning & examples

/məˈlɪzmə/

noun

A passage of several notes sung to one syllable of text, as in Gregorian chant.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

expressive vocal phrase or passage consisting of several notes sung to one syllable

In a sentence: "The melisma is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of MELISMA. It scores 11 points.

Back hooks

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

MELISMAS12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

MELISMA Scrabble FAQ

Is MELISMA a Scrabble word?: MELISMA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does MELISMA mean?: expressive vocal phrase or passage consisting of several notes sung to one syllable
How do you use MELISMA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The melisma is noted."
How many points is MELISMA worth in Scrabble?: MELISMA is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MELISMA?: MELISMA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MELISMA?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MELISMAS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.