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NEURON

/ˈnjəɹɑn/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

N 1/2
E 1/1
U 1/2
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O 1/1
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Definition of NEURON

noun

A cell of the nervous system, which conducts nerve impulses; consisting of an axon and several dendrites. Neurons are connected by synapses.

noun

A nervure of an insect's wing.

noun

An artificial neuron (mathematical function serving as an essential unit of an artificial neural network)

Synonyms of NEURON

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Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
9
points

Is NEURON a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for NEURON

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

Letter neuron Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 212112 9

How to Use NEURON in Word Games

NEURON is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, NEURON 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 NEURON to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NEURON

What does NEURON mean?
NEURON is a noun. A cell of the nervous system, which conducts nerve impulses; consisting of an axon and several dendrites. Neurons are connected by synapses.
Is NEURON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NEURON is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NEURON worth in Scrabble?
NEURON is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NEURON?
You can make 38 words from the letters in NEURON. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NEURON?
Synonyms of NEURON include: nerve cell, neurocyte. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.