VELARIZES
9 letters · 4 syllables · verb
Definition of VELARIZES
To raise the back of the tongue toward the velum while articulating another consonant, such as the l of English pool.
To replace a (usually more front) consonant with a velar.
"In several dialects of Central German, the cluster -nd- has been velarized to -ng-."
Examples of VELARIZES in a Sentence
- "In several dialects of Central German, the cluster -nd- has been velarized to -ng-."
Word Details
Is VELARIZES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, VELARIZES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: VELARIZES uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for VELARIZES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | v | e | l | a | r | i | z | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 21 |
| WWF | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 23 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in VELARIZES
100 words from the letters in VELARIZES
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How to Use VELARIZES in Word Games
VELARIZES is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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