Pertussis
Yes, pertussis is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does pertussis mean?
noun
- a disease of the respiratory mucous membrane
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of pertussis
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PERTUSSIS.
Words you can make from pertussis
Frequently asked questions
Is pertussis a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pertussis 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 pertussis worth in Scrabble?
Pertussis is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pertussis mean?
Pertussis means: a disease of the respiratory mucous membrane.