Word: CONGO
โ Valid Scrabble Word
C 3 O 1 N 1 G 2 O 1
Length 5 letters
Syllables 2
Pronunciation /kหษnษกษ/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 8 pts
WWF Score 11 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 CONGO
Noun
- Alternative form of congou: a kind of Chinese black tea.
Interjection
- congratulations
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Wiktionary.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
May trace back to the Latin prefix "com-" or "con-", meaning "together, with, or jointly".
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "congo" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "congo" in early literature."
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 | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CONGO a valid Scrabble word? โผ
CONGO is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is CONGO worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, CONGO is worth 8 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 11 points.
How many syllables are in CONGO? โผ
There are 2 syllables in CONGO.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CONGO:
- # the congo effect
- # master of congo
- # playing with congo
- # in terms of congo
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of CONGO:
Word Family
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