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PENUMBRAE

9 letters · 2 syllables · noun

P 3/4
E 1/1
N 1/2
U 1/2
M 3/4
B 3/4
R 1/1
A 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of PENUMBRAE

noun

A partially shaded area around the edges of a shadow, especially an eclipse.

noun

A region around the edge of a sunspot, darker than the sun's surface but lighter than the middle of the sunspot.

noun

An area of uncertainty or intermediacy between two mutually exclusive states or categories.

Synonyms of PENUMBRAE

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Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
20
points

Is PENUMBRAE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: PENUMBRAE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PENUMBRAE

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

Letter penumbrae Total
Scrabble 311133111 15
WWF 412244111 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PENUMBRAE

100 words from the letters in PENUMBRAE

How to Use PENUMBRAE in Word Games

PENUMBRAE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PENUMBRAE

What does PENUMBRAE mean?
PENUMBRAE is a noun. A partially shaded area around the edges of a shadow, especially an eclipse.
Is PENUMBRAE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PENUMBRAE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PENUMBRAE worth in Scrabble?
PENUMBRAE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PENUMBRAE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in PENUMBRAE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PENUMBRAE?
Synonyms of PENUMBRAE include: grey area, outskirt, periphery. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.