Phenylalanine
Yes, phenylalanine is a valid Scrabble word. It has 13 letters and is worth 21 points in Scrabble.
What does phenylalanine mean?
noun
- an essential amino acid found in proteins and needed for growth of children and for protein metabolism in children and adults; abundant in milk and eggs; it is normally converted to tyrosine in the human body
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 13 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 8 |
| Scrabble points | 21 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of phenylalanine
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PHENYLALANINE.
Words you can make from phenylalanine
Frequently asked questions
Is phenylalanine a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Phenylalanine 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 phenylalanine worth in Scrabble?
Phenylalanine is worth 21 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does phenylalanine mean?
Phenylalanine means: an essential amino acid found in proteins and needed for growth of children and for protein metabolism in children and adults; abundant in milk and eggs; it is normally converted to tyrosine in the human body.