Pyrrhic
Yes, pyrrhic is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does pyrrhic mean?
noun
- a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables
- an ancient Greek dance imitating the motions of warfare
adjective
- of or relating to a war dance of ancient Greece
pyrrhic dance movements
- of or relating to or containing a metrical foot of two unstressed syllables
pyrrhic verses
- of or relating to or resembling Pyrrhus or his exploits (especially his sustaining staggering losses in order to defeat the Romans)
a Pyrrhic victory
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of pyrrhic
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PYRRHIC.
Words you can make from pyrrhic
Frequently asked questions
Is pyrrhic a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pyrrhic 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 pyrrhic worth in Scrabble?
Pyrrhic is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pyrrhic mean?
Pyrrhic means: a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables.