LEMON
/ˈlɛmən/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of LEMON
A yellowish citrus fruit.
A semitropical evergreen tree, Citrus limon, that bears such fruits.
A taste or flavour/flavor of lemons.
To flavour with lemon.
"You can start the vegetables cooking while you are lemoning the fish."
Containing or having the flavour/flavor and/or scent of lemons.
Of the pale yellow colour/color of lemons.
(from "lemon tart") Smart; cheeky, vocal.
Examples of LEMON in a Sentence
- "You can start the vegetables cooking while you are lemoning the fish."
Word Details
Is LEMON a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEMON is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LEMON uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LEMON
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | m | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEMON
39 words from the letters in LEMON
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use LEMON in Word Games
LEMON is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LEMON 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 LEMON to find 39 additional valid words.