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LICHEN

6 letters · 2 syllables

L 1/2
I 1/1
C 3/4
H 4/3
E 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of LICHEN

LICHEN is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
13
points

Is LICHEN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

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

Letter Values for LICHEN

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

Letter lichen Total
Scrabble 113411 11
WWF 214312 13

How to Use LICHEN in Word Games

LICHEN is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LICHEN 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 LICHEN to find 43 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LICHEN

What does LICHEN mean?
LICHEN is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is LICHEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LICHEN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LICHEN worth in Scrabble?
LICHEN is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LICHEN?
You can make 43 words from the letters in LICHEN. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.