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Pulse

Yes, pulse is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does pulse mean?

noun

  1. (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) the pulsations seemed to be coming from a star
  2. the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart he could feel the beat of her heart
  3. the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health

verb

  1. expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically The baby's heart was pulsating again after the surgeon massaged it
  2. produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses pulse waves
  3. drive by or as if by pulsation A soft breeze pulsed the air

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for pulse

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points7
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of pulse

  • pules

Words you can make from pulse

Unscramble PULSE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is pulse a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Pulse 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 pulse worth in Scrabble?

Pulse is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does pulse mean?

Pulse means: (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients).

Could pulse be a Wordle answer?

Pulse is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.