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CRANIUM

/ˈkɹeɪni.əm/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
R 1/1
A 1/1
N 1/2
I 1/1
U 1/2
M 3/4

Definition of CRANIUM

noun

The braincase or neurocranium; that part of the skull consisting of the bones enclosing the brain, but not including the bones of the face or jaw.

noun

The upper portion of the skull, including the neurocranium and facial bones, but not including the jawbone (mandible).

noun

The skull.

Synonyms of CRANIUM

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
15
points

Is CRANIUM a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of CRANIUM earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 61 points total.

Letter Values for CRANIUM

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

Letter cranium Total
Scrabble 3111113 11
WWF 4112124 15

Anagrams of CRANIUM

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRANIUM

100 words from the letters in CRANIUM

How to Use CRANIUM in Word Games

CRANIUM is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since CRANIUM uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 61 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CRANIUM to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CRANIUM

What does CRANIUM mean?
CRANIUM is a noun. The braincase or neurocranium; that part of the skull consisting of the bones enclosing the brain, but not including the bones of the face or jaw.
Is CRANIUM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CRANIUM is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CRANIUM worth in Scrabble?
CRANIUM is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CRANIUM?
You can make 100 words from the letters in CRANIUM. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CRANIUM?
Synonyms of CRANIUM include: braincase, neurocranium, skull. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of CRANIUM?
The anagrams of CRANIUM (words using the exact same letters) are: CUMARIN. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.