LEUCINE
7 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of LEUCINE
An essential amino acid, C6H13NO2, isomeric with isoleucine, found in most animal proteins; it is essential for growth in children.
Word Details
Is LEUCINE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEUCINE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of LEUCINE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.
Letter Values for LEUCINE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | u | c | i | n | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEUCINE
43 words from the letters in LEUCINE
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How to Use LEUCINE in Word Games
LEUCINE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since LEUCINE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LEUCINE to find 43 additional valid words.