Latency
Yes, latency is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does latency mean?
noun
- (computer science) the time it takes for a specific block of data on a data track to rotate around to the read/write head
- the time that elapses between a stimulus and the response to it
- the state of being not yet evident or active
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of latency
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LATENCY.
Words you can make from latency
Frequently asked questions
Is latency a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Latency 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 latency worth in Scrabble?
Latency is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does latency mean?
Latency means: (computer science) the time it takes for a specific block of data on a data track to rotate around to the read/write head.