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PERICOPE

8-letter word • 14 Scrabble points • 17 WWF points

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e1
r1
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p3
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8
Letters
4
Vowels
4
Consonants
14
Scrabble
17
WWF
0
Anagrams

Definition of PERICOPE

PERICOPE is a valid 8-letter English word recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, placing it among the higher-scoring 8-letter words available to players. The word contains 4 vowels and 4 consonants, with repeated letters: P (appearing 2 times), E (appearing 2 times).

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Word
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Syllables
3 syllables
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Difficulty
Easy (3/10)
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Unique Letters
6 of 8 letters

PERICOPE has a word difficulty rating of 3 out of 10, categorized as "Easy." This rating is calculated based on the rarity of its component letters in everyday English usage. The word consists primarily of common, frequently-used letters, making it one that most players would be familiar with.

Letter Analysis

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The 8 letters in PERICOPE break down into 4 vowels and 4 consonants. Repeated letters: P (×2), E (×2). Having duplicate letters can be both an advantage and a challenge in word games — it limits the variety of letters on your rack but also means fewer unique tiles needed to play this word. The highest-value Scrabble tile in PERICOPE is P, worth 3 points. Approximately 63% of the letters in PERICOPE are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Words That Rhyme With PERICOPE

These words share a similar ending pattern with PERICOPE, ending in -OPE. Rhyming words are useful for poetry, song lyrics, word games, and creative writing. They can also help you discover words with similar letter patterns.

Using PERICOPE in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

PERICOPE is worth 14 base points in Scrabble. This is a high-value word that can significantly impact the game. Aim to place it on a Double Word Score (DWS) for 28 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 42 points. Position the highest-value letter (P = 3 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Note: Since PERICOPE contains repeated letters, you'll need multiple copies of certain tiles. Standard Scrabble sets include varying quantities of each letter, so check tile distribution before planning this play.

Words With Friends Tips

In Words With Friends, PERICOPE scores 17 points. Interestingly, this word scores 3 points more in WWF than in Scrabble due to different tile point values. Take advantage of this difference when playing Words With Friends. The Words With Friends board has a different layout of premium squares compared to Scrabble, so look for TW (Triple Word) and TL (Triple Letter) squares specific to the WWF board.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PERICOPE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, PERICOPE is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, PERICOPE is worth 14 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 17 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in PERICOPE?

PERICOPE contains 8 letters total: 4 vowels and 4 consonants. It uses 6 unique letters with some letters repeated.

How many syllables does PERICOPE have?

PERICOPE has approximately 3 syllables. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What words rhyme with PERICOPE?

Words that share a similar ending sound with PERICOPE include: PYROPE, MALOPE, UNPOPE, METOPE, AGROPE. These words end with the same letter pattern, making them useful for word games, poetry, and creative writing.

What words can you make from the letters in PERICOPE?

You can unscramble the letters in PERICOPE to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for PERICOPE to see every possible word you can create from these 8 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 8-Letter Words

These 8-letter words share a similar beginning with PERICOPE, starting with PE. Exploring related words can expand your vocabulary and give you more options during word games.

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