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PENETRATION

/pɛnɪˈtɹeɪʃ(ə)n/

11 letters · 4 syllables · noun

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Definition of PENETRATION

noun

The act of penetrating something.

"Any penetration, however slight, is sufficient to complete the offense."

noun

Specifically, the insertion of the penis (or similar object) during sexual intercourse.

noun

The act of penetrating a given situation with the mind or faculties; perception, discernment.

Examples of PENETRATION in a Sentence

  • "Any penetration, however slight, is sufficient to complete the offense."

Word Details

Letters
11
Syllables
4
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
16
points

Is PENETRATION a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: PENETRATION uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PENETRATION

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

Letter penetration Total
Scrabble 31111111111 13
WWF 41211111112 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PENETRATION

100 words from the letters in PENETRATION

How to Use PENETRATION in Word Games

PENETRATION is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About PENETRATION

What does PENETRATION mean?
PENETRATION is a noun. The act of penetrating something.
Is PENETRATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PENETRATION is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PENETRATION worth in Scrabble?
PENETRATION is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 11-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from PENETRATION?
You can make 100 words from the letters in PENETRATION. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.