Diphtheria
Yes, diphtheria is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 19 points in Scrabble.
What does diphtheria mean?
noun
- acute contagious infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae; marked by the formation of a false membrane in the throat and other air passages causing difficulty in breathing
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 19 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of diphtheria
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DIPHTHERIA.
Words you can make from diphtheria
Frequently asked questions
Is diphtheria a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Diphtheria 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 diphtheria worth in Scrabble?
Diphtheria is worth 19 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does diphtheria mean?
Diphtheria means: acute contagious infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae; marked by the formation of a false membrane in the throat and other air passages causing difficulty in breathing.