Pellagra
Yes, pellagra is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does pellagra mean?
noun
- a disease caused by deficiency of niacin or tryptophan (or by a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin); characterized by gastrointestinal disturbances and erythema and nervous or mental disorders; may be caused by malnutrition or alcoholism or other nutritional impairments
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of pellagra
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PELLAGRA.
Words you can make from pellagra
Frequently asked questions
Is pellagra a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pellagra 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 pellagra worth in Scrabble?
Pellagra is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pellagra mean?
Pellagra means: a disease caused by deficiency of niacin or tryptophan (or by a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin); characterized by gastrointestinal disturbances and erythema and nervous or mental disorders; may be caused by malnutrition or alcoholism or other nutritional impairments.