Billion
Yes, billion is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does billion mean?
noun
- the number that is represented as a one followed by 12 zeros; in the United Kingdom the usage followed in the United States is frequently seen
- a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole)
there were millions of flies
- the number that is represented as a one followed by 9 zeros
adjective
- denoting a quantity consisting of one thousand million items or units in the United States
- denoting a quantity consisting of one million million items or units in Great Britain
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for billion
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of billion
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BILLION.
Words you can make from billion
Frequently asked questions
Is billion a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Billion 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 billion worth in Scrabble?
Billion is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does billion mean?
Billion means: the number that is represented as a one followed by 12 zeros; in the United Kingdom the usage followed in the United States is frequently seen.