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PARALLAX

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of PARALLAX

noun

An apparent shift in the position of two stationary objects relative to each other as viewed by an observer, due to a change in observer position.

noun

The angle of seeing of the astronomical unit.

verb

To measure (a distance) based on parallax observations.

verb

To produce an illusion of levels of distance by shifting layers at different rates.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
20
points

Is PARALLAX a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: PARALLAX uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PARALLAX

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

Letter parallax Total
Scrabble 31111118 17
WWF 41112218 20

How to Use PARALLAX in Word Games

PARALLAX is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PARALLAX to find 28 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PARALLAX

What does PARALLAX mean?
PARALLAX is a noun. An apparent shift in the position of two stationary objects relative to each other as viewed by an observer, due to a change in observer position.
Is PARALLAX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PARALLAX is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PARALLAX worth in Scrabble?
PARALLAX is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from PARALLAX?
You can make 28 words from the letters in PARALLAX. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.