Syphilis
Yes, syphilis is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
What does syphilis mean?
noun
- a common venereal disease caused by the treponema pallidum spirochete; symptoms change through progressive stages; can be congenital (transmitted through the placenta)
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for syphilis
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 16 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of syphilis
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SYPHILIS.
Words you can make from syphilis
Frequently asked questions
Is syphilis a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Syphilis 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 syphilis worth in Scrabble?
Syphilis is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does syphilis mean?
Syphilis means: a common venereal disease caused by the treponema pallidum spirochete; symptoms change through progressive stages; can be congenital (transmitted through the placenta).