Word: CODON
โ Valid Scrabble Word
C 3 O 1 D 2 O 1 N 1
Length 5 letters
Syllables 2
Pronunciation /kหษdษn/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 8 pts
WWF Score 10 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 2
Consonants 3
Unique Letters 4
Top Tile C (3 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Linguistic Level Intermediate
Spelling Pitfalls None detected. This word has standard phonetics.
Board Strategy A standard word. Use it as a solid filler on your rack to rotate letters.
Definition of CODON
noun
- A handbell used for summoning monks.
- The "bell" or flaring mouth of a trumpet.
noun
- A sequence of three adjacent nucleotides, which encode for a specific amino acid during protein synthesis or translation.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
May trace back to the Latin prefix "com-" or "con-", meaning "together, with, or jointly".
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "codon" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "codon" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CODON a valid Scrabble word? โผ
CODON is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is CODON worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, CODON is worth 8 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 10 points.
How many syllables are in CODON? โผ
There are 2 syllables in CODON.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CODON:
- # the codon effect
- # master of codon
- # playing with codon
- # in terms of codon
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of CODON:
Word Family
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