Maternal
Yes, maternal is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
What does maternal mean?
adjective
- characteristic of a mother
warm maternal affection for her guest
- relating to or derived from one's mother
maternal genes
- relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
parental guidance
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for maternal
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 10 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of maternal
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MATERNAL.
Words you can make from maternal
Frequently asked questions
Is maternal a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Maternal 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 maternal worth in Scrabble?
Maternal is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does maternal mean?
Maternal means: characteristic of a mother.