Pentose
Yes, pentose is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does pentose mean?
noun
- any monosaccharide sugar containing five atoms of carbon per molecule
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 | Rare |
Anagrams of pentose
- openest
- posteen
- poteens
Words you can make from pentose
Frequently asked questions
Is pentose a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pentose 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 pentose worth in Scrabble?
Pentose is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pentose mean?
Pentose means: any monosaccharide sugar containing five atoms of carbon per molecule.