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Alliteration

Yes, alliteration is a valid Scrabble word. It has 12 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does alliteration mean?

noun

  1. use of the same consonant at the beginning of each stressed syllable in a line of verse around the rock the ragged rascal ran

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters12
Vowels / consonants6 / 6
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of alliteration

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ALLITERATION.

Words you can make from alliteration

Unscramble ALLITERATION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is alliteration a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Alliteration is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is alliteration worth in Scrabble?

Alliteration is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does alliteration mean?

Alliteration means: use of the same consonant at the beginning of each stressed syllable in a line of verse.