How many points is SAPROPHYTE worth in Scrabble?

SAPROPHYTE is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SAPROPHYTE?

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

Can you add a letter to SAPROPHYTE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SAPROPHYTE

20 pts

SAPROPHYTE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. SAPROPHYTE means "a fungus or bacterium that feeds upon dead and decaying organic matter".

Meaning & examples

/ˈsæpɹəʊfaɪt/

noun

Any organism that lives on dead organic matter, as certain fungi and bacteria

Synonyms: saprobe

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a fungus or bacterium that feeds upon dead and decaying organic matter

In a sentence: "The saprophyte is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SAPROPHYTE. It scores 20 points.

Back hooks

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SAPROPHYTES21 pts

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

Letter Values

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SAPROPHYTE Scrabble FAQ

Is SAPROPHYTE a Scrabble word?: SAPROPHYTE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does SAPROPHYTE mean?: a fungus or bacterium that feeds upon dead and decaying organic matter
How do you use SAPROPHYTE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The saprophyte is noted."
How many points is SAPROPHYTE worth in Scrabble?: SAPROPHYTE is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SAPROPHYTE?: SAPROPHYTE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SAPROPHYTE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SAPROPHYTES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.