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Bacteria

Yes, bacteria is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does bacteria mean?

noun

  1. (microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission; important as pathogens and for biochemical properties; taxonomy is difficult; often considered to be plants

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for bacteria

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants4 / 4
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of bacteria

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACTERIA.

Words you can make from bacteria

Unscramble BACTERIA for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is bacteria a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Bacteria 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 bacteria worth in Scrabble?

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

What does bacteria mean?

Bacteria means: (microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission; important as pathogens and for biochemical properties; taxonomy is difficult; often considered to be plants.