How many points is PARAFFIN worth in Scrabble?

PARAFFIN is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PARAFFIN?

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

Can you add a letter to PARAFFIN?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

PARAFFIN

16 pts

PARAFFIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. PARAFFIN means "liquid mixture distilled from petroleum and used as a fuel or solvent".

Meaning & examples

/ˈpæɹ.ə.fɪn/

noun

A petroleum-based thin and colorless fuel oil
Any member of the alkane hydrocarbons.
Paraffin wax.

Synonyms: kerosene

verb

To impregnate or treat with paraffin.
To embed in paraffin wax.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

liquid mixture distilled from petroleum and used as a fuel or solvent

In a sentence: "The paraffin is noted."

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Letter Values

= 16

PARAFFIN Scrabble FAQ

Is PARAFFIN a Scrabble word?: PARAFFIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does PARAFFIN mean?: liquid mixture distilled from petroleum and used as a fuel or solvent
How do you use PARAFFIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The paraffin is noted."
How many points is PARAFFIN worth in Scrabble?: PARAFFIN is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PARAFFIN?: PARAFFIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PARAFFIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PARAFFINE, PARAFFINS, PARAFFINY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.