How many points is ZIRCON worth in Scrabble?

ZIRCON is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ZIRCON?

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

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ZIRCON

17 pts

ZIRCON is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. ZIRCON is a noun form of mineral. MINERAL means "a naturally occurring inorganic substance having a characteristic set of physical properties".

Meaning & examples

noun

A mineral occurring in tetragonal crystals, usually of a brown or grey colour and consisting of silica and zirconia.
A crystal of zircon, sometimes used as a false gemstone.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ZIRCON is a noun form of mineral. MINERAL means "a naturally occurring inorganic substance having a characteristic set of physical properties".

In a sentence: "The zircon is noted."

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Base words

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MINERAL9 pts

Word forms

ZIRCONS18 pts

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Letter Values

Z10

= 17

ZIRCON Scrabble FAQ

Is ZIRCON a Scrabble word?: ZIRCON is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does ZIRCON mean?: ZIRCON is a noun form of mineral. MINERAL means "a naturally occurring inorganic substance having a characteristic set of physical properties".
How do you use ZIRCON in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The zircon is noted."
How many points is ZIRCON worth in Scrabble?: ZIRCON is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ZIRCON?: ZIRCON is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).