Shigella
Yes, shigella is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does shigella mean?
noun
- rod-shaped Gram-negative enterobacteria; some are pathogenic for warm-blooded animals; can be used as a bioweapon
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of shigella
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SHIGELLA.
Words you can make from shigella
Frequently asked questions
Is shigella a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Shigella 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 shigella worth in Scrabble?
Shigella is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does shigella mean?
Shigella means: rod-shaped Gram-negative enterobacteria; some are pathogenic for warm-blooded animals; can be used as a bioweapon.