Taxonomy
Yes, taxonomy is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 20 points in Scrabble.
What does taxonomy mean?
noun
- a classification of organisms into groups based on similarities of structure or origin etc
- (biology) study of the general principles of scientific classification
- practice of classifying plants and animals according to their presumed natural relationships
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 20 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of taxonomy
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters TAXONOMY.
Words you can make from taxonomy
Frequently asked questions
Is taxonomy a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Taxonomy 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 taxonomy worth in Scrabble?
Taxonomy is worth 20 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does taxonomy mean?
Taxonomy means: a classification of organisms into groups based on similarities of structure or origin etc.