Hamstring
Yes, hamstring is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
What does hamstring mean?
noun
- one of the tendons at the back of the knee
verb
- make ineffective or powerless
The teachers were hamstrung by the overly rigid schedules
- cripple by cutting the hamstring
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 15 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of hamstring
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HAMSTRING.
Words you can make from hamstring
Frequently asked questions
Is hamstring a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Hamstring 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 hamstring worth in Scrabble?
Hamstring is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does hamstring mean?
Hamstring means: one of the tendons at the back of the knee.