Albedo
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
The fraction of incoming solar radiation or light that a surface reflects back without absorbing it.
“Fresh snow has a very high albedo, reflecting the majority of sunlight that strikes it back into the atmosphere.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ælˈbi.doʊ/
Syllables
al·be·do
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The uncommon -EDO ending is very distinctive, if E, D, and O are confirmed at the end, ALBEDO is one of very few common words that fit.
Scrabble
Worth 9 points, B scores 3 and the -EDO suffix is rare enough to surprise opponents while still using accessible common tiles.
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