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A 1 P 3 H 4 E 1 S 1 I 1 S 1

APHESIS

12
Scrabble points
7
Letters
Yes
SOWPODS valid

Definition

noun

The loss of the initial unstressed vowel of a word.

“The word "scarp" is derived from "escarp" by aphesis.”

Letter values

A = 1, P = 3, H = 4, E = 1, S = 1, I = 1, S = 1

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Frequently asked

Is APHESIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, APHESIS is valid in the SOWPODS Scrabble dictionary and scores 12 points.
How many points is APHESIS worth?
APHESIS is worth 12 points in Scrabble before any board bonuses.
What does APHESIS mean?
The loss of the initial unstressed vowel of a word.