Nicaragua
9 lettersnounmoderateUpdated February 2026
Definition
A country in Central America, bordered by Honduras and Costa Rica, known for its dramatic terrain of lakes, volcanoes, and beaches. It is the largest country in the Central American isthmus.
“Nicaragua's Lake Nicaragua is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the Americas.”
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Central American nationLatin American country
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Proper noun with three 'A's; contains common Spanish-influenced patterns
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points; proper nouns typically not allowed in standard play
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