Turmeric
Yes, turmeric is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does turmeric mean?
noun
- widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow dye
- ground dried rhizome of the turmeric plant used as seasoning
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 turmeric
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters TURMERIC.
Words you can make from turmeric
Frequently asked questions
Is turmeric a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Turmeric 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 turmeric worth in Scrabble?
Turmeric is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does turmeric mean?
Turmeric means: widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow dye.