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CUNEIFORM

/kjʊˈneɪ.ɪ.fɔːm/

9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective

C 3/4
U 1/2
N 1/2
E 1/1
I 1/1
F 4/4
O 1/1
R 1/1
M 3/4

Definition of CUNEIFORM

noun

An ancient Mesopotamian writing system, adapted within several language families, originating as pictograms in Sumer around the 30th century BC, evolving into more abstract and characteristic wedge shapes formed by a blunt reed stylus on clay tablets.

noun

A wedge-shaped bone, especially a cuneiform bone.

adjective

Having the form of a wedge; wedge-shaped, especially with a tapered end.

adjective

Written in the cuneiform writing system.

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
20
points

Is CUNEIFORM a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CUNEIFORM is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: CUNEIFORM uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CUNEIFORM

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter cuneiform Total
Scrabble 311114113 16
WWF 422114114 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in CUNEIFORM

100 words from the letters in CUNEIFORM

How to Use CUNEIFORM in Word Games

CUNEIFORM is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CUNEIFORM to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CUNEIFORM

What does CUNEIFORM mean?
CUNEIFORM is a noun. An ancient Mesopotamian writing system, adapted within several language families, originating as pictograms in Sumer around the 30th century BC, evolving into more abstract and characteristic wedge shapes formed by a blunt reed stylus on clay tablets.
Is CUNEIFORM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CUNEIFORM is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CUNEIFORM worth in Scrabble?
CUNEIFORM is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from CUNEIFORM?
You can make 100 words from the letters in CUNEIFORM. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.