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METHANE

/ˈmɛθeɪn/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

M 3/4
E 1/1
T 1/1
H 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1

Definition of METHANE

noun

The simplest aliphatic hydrocarbon, CH₄, being a constituent of natural gas, and one of the most abundant greenhouse gases.

"Cattle emit a large amount of methane."

noun

Any of very many derivatives of methane.

Synonyms of METHANE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of METHANE in a Sentence

  • "Cattle emit a large amount of methane."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
13
points

Is METHANE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of METHANE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 62 points total.

Letter Values for METHANE

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

Letter methane Total
Scrabble 3114111 12
WWF 4113121 13

Words You Can Make With the Letters in METHANE

100 words from the letters in METHANE

How to Use METHANE in Word Games

METHANE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since METHANE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 62 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble METHANE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About METHANE

What does METHANE mean?
METHANE is a noun. The simplest aliphatic hydrocarbon, CH₄, being a constituent of natural gas, and one of the most abundant greenhouse gases.
Is METHANE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, METHANE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is METHANE worth in Scrabble?
METHANE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from METHANE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in METHANE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of METHANE?
Synonyms of METHANE include: carbon tetrahydride, methyl hydride. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.