Tarantula
Yes, tarantula is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does tarantula mean?
noun
- large southern European spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement)
- large hairy tropical spider with fangs that can inflict painful but not highly venomous bites
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of tarantula
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters TARANTULA.
Words you can make from tarantula
Frequently asked questions
Is tarantula a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Tarantula 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 tarantula worth in Scrabble?
Tarantula is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does tarantula mean?
Tarantula means: large southern European spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement).