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Alveolar

Yes, alveolar is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.

What does alveolar mean?

noun

  1. a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge

adjective

  1. pertaining to the tiny air sacs of the lungs
  2. pertaining to the sockets of the teeth or that part of the upper jaw alveolar processes

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for alveolar

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants4 / 4
Scrabble points11
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of alveolar

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ALVEOLAR.

Words you can make from alveolar

Unscramble ALVEOLAR for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is alveolar a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Alveolar 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 alveolar worth in Scrabble?

Alveolar is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does alveolar mean?

Alveolar means: a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge.