How many points is MINYAN worth in Scrabble?

MINYAN is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MINYAN?

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

Can you add a letter to MINYAN?

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

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MINYAN

11 pts

MINYAN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. MINYAN means "number of persons required by Jewish law to be present for a religious service".

Meaning & examples

/ˈmɪn.jən/

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪn.jən/

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noun

The minimum number of ten (male) adult Jews required for a communal religious service.
(by extension) A Jewish prayer service.
A member of the Minyan race of Greek mythology

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

number of persons required by Jewish law to be present for a religious service

In a sentence: "The minyan is noted."

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Letter Values

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MINYAN Scrabble FAQ

Is MINYAN a Scrabble word?: MINYAN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does MINYAN mean?: number of persons required by Jewish law to be present for a religious service
How do you use MINYAN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The minyan is noted."
How many points is MINYAN worth in Scrabble?: MINYAN is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MINYAN?: MINYAN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MINYAN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MINYANS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.