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Headache

Yes, headache is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.

What does headache mean?

noun

  1. something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness New York traffic is a constant concern
  2. pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for headache

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants4 / 4
Scrabble points17
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of headache

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HEADACHE.

Words you can make from headache

Unscramble HEADACHE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is headache a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Headache 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 headache worth in Scrabble?

Headache is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does headache mean?

Headache means: something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness.