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DUPLEX

/ˈduplɛks/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

D 2/2
U 1/2
P 3/4
L 1/2
E 1/1
X 8/8

Definition of DUPLEX

noun

A house made up of two dwelling units.

noun

A cancellation combining a numerical cancellation with a second mark showing time, date, and place of posting.

noun

A throwing motion where two balls are thrown with one hand at the same time.

verb

To make duplex.

verb

To make into a duplex.

verb

(juggling) To make a series of duplex throws.

adjective

Double, made up of two parts.

adjective

Bidirectional (in two directions).

"duplex telegraphy"

Antonyms of DUPLEX

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of DUPLEX in a Sentence

  • "duplex telegraphy"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
19
points

Is DUPLEX a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 19 pts

Tip: DUPLEX uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DUPLEX

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

Letter duplex Total
Scrabble 213118 16
WWF 224218 19

How to Use DUPLEX in Word Games

DUPLEX is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DUPLEX is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DUPLEX to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DUPLEX

What does DUPLEX mean?
DUPLEX is a noun. A house made up of two dwelling units.
Is DUPLEX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DUPLEX is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DUPLEX worth in Scrabble?
DUPLEX is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DUPLEX?
You can make 38 words from the letters in DUPLEX. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.