How many points is PERIPHRASIS worth in Scrabble?

PERIPHRASIS is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PERIPHRASIS?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PERIPHRASIS

18 pts

PERIPHRASIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. PERIPHRASIS means "the use of longer phrasing in place of a shorter form of expression".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the use of longer phrasing in place of a shorter form of expression

In a sentence: "The periphrasis is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PERIPHRASIS. It scores 18 points.

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

PERIPHRASIS Scrabble FAQ

Is PERIPHRASIS a Scrabble word?: PERIPHRASIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does PERIPHRASIS mean?: the use of longer phrasing in place of a shorter form of expression
How do you use PERIPHRASIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The periphrasis is noted."
How many points is PERIPHRASIS worth in Scrabble?: PERIPHRASIS is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERIPHRASIS?: PERIPHRASIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).