Updated June 2026
A country in West Africa, bordered by Mauritania, Mali, Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau, with a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean. Known for its French colonial heritage and vibrant culture.
“Senegal is renowned for its rich musical traditions and was the birthplace of many influential artists.”
sen·e·gal
Country name with -EGAL ending; SEN- prefix distinctive
Worth 9 points; proper nouns typically not allowed in standard play
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