Epenthesis
Yes, epenthesis is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
What does epenthesis mean?
noun
- the insertion of a vowel or consonant into a word to make its pronunciation easier
the insertion of a vowel in the plural of the word `bush' is epenthesis
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 15 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of epenthesis
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters EPENTHESIS.
Words you can make from epenthesis
Frequently asked questions
Is epenthesis a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Epenthesis 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 epenthesis worth in Scrabble?
Epenthesis is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does epenthesis mean?
Epenthesis means: the insertion of a vowel or consonant into a word to make its pronunciation easier.