SILICON
/ˈsɪləkɑn/
7 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of SILICON
A nonmetallic element (symbol Si) with an atomic number of 14 and atomic weight of 28.0855.
A single atom of this element.
Computing
Computer processor
A wafer of silicon on which an integrated circuit has been built; a microchip
Word Details
Is SILICON a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SILICON is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of SILICON earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.
Letter Values for SILICON
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | i | l | i | c | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SILICON
76 words from the letters in SILICON
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How to Use SILICON in Word Games
SILICON is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since SILICON uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SILICON to find 76 additional valid words.