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MATER

/ˈmeɪtə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

M 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of MATER

noun

Mother.

noun

A meninx; the dura mater, arachnoid mater, or pia mater of the brain.

noun

Someone or something that mates.

noun

Tomato.

"'mater sandwich"

Examples of MATER in a Sentence

  • "'mater sandwich"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is MATER a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: MATER uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for MATER

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

Letter mater Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 41111 8

Anagrams of MATER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use MATER in Word Games

MATER is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MATER 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 MATER to find 53 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MATER

What does MATER mean?
MATER is a noun. Mother.
Is MATER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MATER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MATER worth in Scrabble?
MATER is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from MATER?
You can make 53 words from the letters in MATER. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of MATER?
The anagrams of MATER (words using the exact same letters) are: ARMET, RAMET, TAMER, TERMA, TREMA. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.