Paraffin
Yes, paraffin is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
What does paraffin mean?
noun
- from crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings
- a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2)
- (British usage) kerosine
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for paraffin
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 16 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of paraffin
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PARAFFIN.
Words you can make from paraffin
Frequently asked questions
Is paraffin a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Paraffin 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 paraffin worth in Scrabble?
Paraffin is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does paraffin mean?
Paraffin means: from crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings.