Bacterium
Yes, bacterium is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
What does bacterium mean?
noun
- (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 bacterium
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 15 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of bacterium
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACTERIUM.
Words you can make from bacterium
Frequently asked questions
Is bacterium a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Bacterium 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 bacterium worth in Scrabble?
Bacterium is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does bacterium mean?
Bacterium 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.