m-i-n-e-r-a-l
MINERAL is a naturally occurring inorganic substance with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure. In word games, it's a versatile 7-letter word perfect for earning the 50-point bingo bonus.
9
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
A MINERAL is any naturally occurring inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and ordered atomic structure. From precious diamonds to common salt, minerals form the building blocks of rocks and the foundation of Earth's geology. They're the hidden treasures that shape our planet and fuel our civilization.
In word games, MINERAL is a gem worth 9 base points. Using all 7 tiles earns you the coveted 50-point bingo bonus, making your total score 59 points before any multipliers!
Strategic tip: MINERAL is an anagram of MARLINE (nautical rope), giving you options with the same tiles. The balanced letter distribution and common endings (-AL) make it highly playable. Look for opportunities to build from MINE or MINER, adding -AL to complete the word.
MINERAL derives from Medieval Latin "minerale," meaning "something mined," from "minera" (mine or ore). The word entered English in the 15th century, originally referring to any substance obtained by mining. Its modern scientific definition as a naturally occurring inorganic solid developed in the 18th century.
•MINERAL is an anagram of MARLINE - two different 7-letter bingo options with the same tiles
•Science words like MINERAL, CRYSTAL, and ELEMENT are excellent bingo plays
•The -AL ending in MINERAL appears in dozens of valid words, making it a key pattern
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