How many points is PERITHECIA worth in Scrabble?

PERITHECIA is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PERITHECIA?

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

Can you add a letter to PERITHECIA?

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

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PERITHECIA

17 pts

PERITHECIA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. PERITHECIA is a noun form of perithecium. PERITHECIUM means "a small fruiting body containing ascospores".

Meaning & examples

noun

An ascocarp shaped like a skittle or ball, distinguished by a small pore, the ostiole, through which the spores are released one by one when ripe.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PERITHECIA is a noun form of perithecium. PERITHECIUM means "a small fruiting body containing ascospores".

In a sentence: "The perithecia is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PERITHECIA. It scores 17 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

PERITHECIUM20 pts

Back hooks

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

PERITHECIAL18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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PERITHECIA Scrabble FAQ

Is PERITHECIA a Scrabble word?: PERITHECIA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does PERITHECIA mean?: PERITHECIA is a noun form of perithecium. PERITHECIUM means "a small fruiting body containing ascospores".
How do you use PERITHECIA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The perithecia is noted."
How many points is PERITHECIA worth in Scrabble?: PERITHECIA is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERITHECIA?: PERITHECIA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PERITHECIA?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PERITHECIAL. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.