LEMMA
/ˈlɛmə/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of LEMMA
A proposition proved or accepted for immediate use in the proof of some other proposition.
The canonical form of an inflected word; i.e., the form usually found as the headword in a dictionary, such as the nominative singular of a noun, the bare infinitive of a verb, etc.
(psycholinguistics) The theoretical abstract conceptual form of a word, representing a specific meaning, before the creation of a specific phonological form as the sounds of a lexeme, which may find representation in a specific written form as a dictionary or lexicographic word.
The outer shell of a fruit or similar body.
One of the specialized bracts around the floret in grasses.
Word Details
Is LEMMA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEMMA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LEMMA uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LEMMA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | m | m | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEMMA
30 words from the letters in LEMMA
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use LEMMA in Word Games
LEMMA is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LEMMA 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 LEMMA to find 30 additional valid words.