How many points is SCORPION worth in Scrabble?

SCORPION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCORPION?

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

Can you add a letter to SCORPION?

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

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SCORPION

12 pts

SCORPION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. SCORPION means "small lobster-shaped animal with a sting at the end of a jointed tail".

Meaning & examples

/-pɪ.ən/

noun

Any of various arachnids of the order Scorpiones, related to the spiders, characterised by two large front pincers and a curved tail with a venomous sting in the end.
Example: The peasants put two scorpions in a large bottle, and then take wagers as to which will win the struggle. Slowly the scorpions circle each other, until one lashes out at the other, and strikes him dead.
An ancient military engine for hurling stones and other missiles.
A very spiteful or vindictive person.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

small lobster-shaped animal with a sting at the end of a jointed tail

In a sentence: "The scorpion is noted."

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SCORPIONS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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SCORPION Scrabble FAQ

Is SCORPION a Scrabble word?: SCORPION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does SCORPION mean?: small lobster-shaped animal with a sting at the end of a jointed tail
How do you use SCORPION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The scorpion is noted."
How many points is SCORPION worth in Scrabble?: SCORPION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCORPION?: SCORPION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SCORPION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SCORPIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.