Ribosome
Yes, ribosome is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does ribosome mean?
noun
- an organelle in the cytoplasm of a living cell; they attach to mRNA and move down it one codon at a time and then stop until tRNA brings the required amino acid; when it reaches a stop codon it falls apart and releases the completed protein molecule for use by the cell
the ribosome is the site of protein synthesis
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of ribosome
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters RIBOSOME.
Words you can make from ribosome
Frequently asked questions
Is ribosome a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Ribosome 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 ribosome worth in Scrabble?
Ribosome is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does ribosome mean?
Ribosome means: an organelle in the cytoplasm of a living cell; they attach to mRNA and move down it one codon at a time and then stop until tRNA brings the required amino acid; when it reaches a stop codon it falls apart and releases the completed protein molecule for use by the cell.