Word: INTERCALATE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of INTERCALATE
- To insert an extra leap day into a calendar in order to maintain synchrony with natural phenomena.
- To insert an extra month into a calendar for the same purpose. The Hebrew calendar has such a month.
- To insert a substance between two or more molecules, bases, cells, or tissues.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "intercalate" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "intercalate" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INTERCALATE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INTERCALATE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INTERCALATE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INTERCALATE:
- # the intercalate effect
- # master of intercalate
- # playing with intercalate
- # in terms of intercalate
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