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Codon

Yes, codon is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does codon mean?

noun

  1. a specific sequence of three adjacent nucleotides on a strand of DNA or RNA that specifies the genetic code information for synthesizing a particular amino acid

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points8
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common
Likely Wordle answerYes

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Frequently asked questions

Is codon a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Codon is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is codon worth in Scrabble?

Codon is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does codon mean?

Codon means: a specific sequence of three adjacent nucleotides on a strand of DNA or RNA that specifies the genetic code information for synthesizing a particular amino acid.

Could codon be a Wordle answer?

Codon is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.