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CARDAMOM

/ˈkɑː.də.məm/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of CARDAMOM

noun

The Elettaria cardamomum, an Indian herb.

noun

The seed of E. cardamomum, used as a medicine and spice, especially in curry powder.

noun

The seeds or seed capsules of the Aframomum melegueta, used as a medicine and spice, especially as a substitute for black pepper and in flavoring alcoholic beverages.

noun

The Aframomum melegueta itself, a herbaceous perennial plant native to the swamps of the West African coast.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
18
points

Is CARDAMOM a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CARDAMOM is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Tip: CARDAMOM uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CARDAMOM

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter cardamom Total
Scrabble 31121313 15
WWF 41121414 18

How to Use CARDAMOM in Word Games

CARDAMOM is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CARDAMOM to find 81 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CARDAMOM

What does CARDAMOM mean?
CARDAMOM is a noun. The Elettaria cardamomum, an Indian herb.
Is CARDAMOM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CARDAMOM is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CARDAMOM worth in Scrabble?
CARDAMOM is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from CARDAMOM?
You can make 81 words from the letters in CARDAMOM. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CARDAMOM?
Synonyms of CARDAMOM include: elaichi, queen of spices, Guinea pepper, alligator pepper, cardamom, guinea grains. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.