How many points is PACHYTENE worth in Scrabble?

PACHYTENE is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PACHYTENE?

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

Can you add a letter to PACHYTENE?

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

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PACHYTENE

19 pts

PACHYTENE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points. PACHYTENE means "third stage of the prophase of meiosis during which the chromosomes become shorter and thicker and divide into chromatids".

Meaning & examples

noun

The third stage of prophase 1 of meiosis, during which the chromosomes shorten and divide into four chromatids.

Synonyms: pachynema

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

third stage of the prophase of meiosis during which the chromosomes become shorter and thicker and divide into chromatids

In a sentence: "The pachytene is noted."

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Letter Values

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PACHYTENE Scrabble FAQ

Is PACHYTENE a Scrabble word?: PACHYTENE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points.
What does PACHYTENE mean?: third stage of the prophase of meiosis during which the chromosomes become shorter and thicker and divide into chromatids
How do you use PACHYTENE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pachytene is noted."
How many points is PACHYTENE worth in Scrabble?: PACHYTENE is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PACHYTENE?: PACHYTENE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PACHYTENE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PACHYTENES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.