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Prefecture

Yes, prefecture is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.

What does prefecture mean?

noun

  1. the district administered by a prefect (as in France or Japan or the Roman Empire)
  2. the office of prefect

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants4 / 6
Scrabble points17
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of prefecture

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PREFECTURE.

Words you can make from prefecture

Unscramble PREFECTURE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is prefecture a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Prefecture 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 prefecture worth in Scrabble?

Prefecture is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does prefecture mean?

Prefecture means: the district administered by a prefect (as in France or Japan or the Roman Empire).