Tortoiseshell
Yes, tortoiseshell is a valid Scrabble word. It has 13 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
What does tortoiseshell mean?
noun
- the mottled horny substance of the shell of some turtles
- brilliantly colored; larvae feed on nettles
- a cat having black and cream-colored and yellowish markings
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 13 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 8 |
| Scrabble points | 16 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of tortoiseshell
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters TORTOISESHELL.
Words you can make from tortoiseshell
Frequently asked questions
Is tortoiseshell a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Tortoiseshell 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 tortoiseshell worth in Scrabble?
Tortoiseshell is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does tortoiseshell mean?
Tortoiseshell means: the mottled horny substance of the shell of some turtles.