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YIN

6 pts

YIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. YIN means "the feminine passive principle in Chinese cosmology".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

the feminine passive principle in Chinese cosmology

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Letter Values

Y4
I1
N1
= 6

YIN Scrabble FAQ

Is YIN a Scrabble word?
YIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
How many points is YIN worth in Scrabble?
YIN is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept YIN?
YIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to YIN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AYIN, PYIN, TYIN, YINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.