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DERRIS

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of DERRIS

noun

A climbing leguminous plant of Southeast Asia and the southwest Pacific Islands, Derris elliptica, whose roots are a source of rotenone.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
7
points

Is DERRIS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: DERRIS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DERRIS

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

Letter derris Total
Scrabble 211111 7
WWF 211111 7

Anagrams of DERRIS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use DERRIS in Word Games

DERRIS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DERRIS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DERRIS to find 54 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DERRIS

What does DERRIS mean?
DERRIS is a noun. A climbing leguminous plant of Southeast Asia and the southwest Pacific Islands, Derris elliptica, whose roots are a source of rotenone.
Is DERRIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DERRIS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DERRIS worth in Scrabble?
DERRIS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DERRIS?
You can make 54 words from the letters in DERRIS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of DERRIS?
The anagrams of DERRIS (words using the exact same letters) are: DRIERS, RIDERS, SIRRED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.