Respiration
Yes, respiration is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
What does respiration mean?
noun
- the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs
- a single complete act of breathing in and out
thirty respirations per minute
- the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for respiration
Word facts
| Letters | 11 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 13 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of respiration
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters RESPIRATION.
Words you can make from respiration
Frequently asked questions
Is respiration a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Respiration 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 respiration worth in Scrabble?
Respiration is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does respiration mean?
Respiration means: the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs.