Patient
Yes, patient is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does patient mean?
noun
- a person who requires medical care
the number of emergency patients has grown rapidly
- the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
adjective
- enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance
a patient smile
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of patient
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PATIENT.
Words you can make from patient
Frequently asked questions
Is patient a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Patient 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 patient worth in Scrabble?
Patient is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does patient mean?
Patient means: a person who requires medical care.