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Department

Yes, department is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.

What does department mean?

noun

  1. a specialized division of a large organization you'll find it in the hardware department
  2. the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France)
  3. a specialized sphere of knowledge baking is not my department

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for department

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants3 / 7
Scrabble points15
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of department

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEPARTMENT.

Words you can make from department

Unscramble DEPARTMENT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is department a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Department 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 department worth in Scrabble?

Department is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does department mean?

Department means: a specialized division of a large organization.