PHARYNGAL
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of PHARYNGAL
A sound that is articulated with the pharynx.
Of or pertaining to the pharynx.
Articulated with the pharynx, a term usually describing a consonant which is articulated by the rear area of the tongue being raised to below the region between the uvula and the pharyngeal wall. The term cannot apply to a plosive or stop consonant.
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Is PHARYNGAL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PHARYNGAL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PHARYNGAL uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PHARYNGAL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | h | a | r | y | n | g | a | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PHARYNGAL
100 words from the letters in PHARYNGAL
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How to Use PHARYNGAL in Word Games
PHARYNGAL is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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