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FRICATIVE

/ˈfɹɪkətɪv/

9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective

F 4/4
R 1/1
I 1/1
C 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
I 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1

Definition of FRICATIVE

noun

Any of several sounds produced by air flowing through a constriction in the oral cavity and typically producing a sibilant, hissing, or buzzing quality; a fricative consonant.

adjective

Produced by air flowing through a restriction in the oral cavity.

Synonyms of FRICATIVE

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
19
points

Is FRICATIVE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 19 pts

Tip: FRICATIVE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for FRICATIVE

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

Letter fricative Total
Scrabble 411311141 17
WWF 411411151 19

Words You Can Make With the Letters in FRICATIVE

100 words from the letters in FRICATIVE

How to Use FRICATIVE in Word Games

FRICATIVE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About FRICATIVE

What does FRICATIVE mean?
FRICATIVE is a noun. Any of several sounds produced by air flowing through a constriction in the oral cavity and typically producing a sibilant, hissing, or buzzing quality; a fricative consonant.
Is FRICATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FRICATIVE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FRICATIVE worth in Scrabble?
FRICATIVE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from FRICATIVE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in FRICATIVE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of FRICATIVE?
Synonyms of FRICATIVE include: spirant. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.