Butterfly
Yes, butterfly is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does butterfly mean?
noun
- diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings
- a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down
verb
- flutter like a butterfly
- cut and spread open, as in preparation for cooking
butterflied shrimp
- talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions
The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for butterfly
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of butterfly
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BUTTERFLY.
Words you can make from butterfly
Frequently asked questions
Is butterfly a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Butterfly 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 butterfly worth in Scrabble?
Butterfly is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does butterfly mean?
Butterfly means: diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings.