Metathesis
Yes, metathesis is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
What does metathesis mean?
noun
- a linguistic process of transposition of sounds or syllables within a word or words within a sentence
- a chemical reaction between two compounds in which parts of each are interchanged to form two new compounds (AB+CD=AD+CB)
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 15 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of metathesis
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters METATHESIS.
Words you can make from metathesis
Frequently asked questions
Is metathesis a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Metathesis 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 metathesis worth in Scrabble?
Metathesis is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does metathesis mean?
Metathesis means: a linguistic process of transposition of sounds or syllables within a word or words within a sentence.