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ORYX

4 letters · 2 syllables · noun

O 1/1
R 1/1
Y 4/3
X 8/8

Definition of ORYX

noun

Any of several antelopes, of the genus Oryx, native to Africa, which have long, straight horns.

Synonyms of ORYX

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Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
2
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
13
points

Is ORYX a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Tip: Short words like ORYX are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for ORYX

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

Letter oryx Total
Scrabble 1148 14
WWF 1138 13

Words You Can Make With the Letters in ORYX

5 words from the letters in ORYX

How to Use ORYX in Word Games

ORYX is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: ORYX is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ORYX to find 5 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ORYX

What does ORYX mean?
ORYX is a noun. Any of several antelopes, of the genus Oryx, native to Africa, which have long, straight horns.
Is ORYX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ORYX is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ORYX worth in Scrabble?
ORYX is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ORYX?
You can make 5 words from the letters in ORYX. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ORYX?
Synonyms of ORYX include: sabre antelope. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.