Heterozygous
Yes, heterozygous is a valid Scrabble word. It has 12 letters and is worth 28 points in Scrabble.
What does heterozygous mean?
adjective
- having dissimilar alleles at corresponding chromosomal loci
heterozygous for eye color
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 12 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 28 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of heterozygous
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HETEROZYGOUS.
Words you can make from heterozygous
Frequently asked questions
Is heterozygous a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Heterozygous 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 heterozygous worth in Scrabble?
Heterozygous is worth 28 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does heterozygous mean?
Heterozygous means: having dissimilar alleles at corresponding chromosomal loci.