PHARYNGEAL
/ˌfæɹɪnˈdʒiːəl/
10 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of PHARYNGEAL
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 PHARYNGEAL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PHARYNGEAL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PHARYNGEAL uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PHARYNGEAL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | h | a | r | y | n | g | e | a | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 19 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 21 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PHARYNGEAL
100 words from the letters in PHARYNGEAL
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How to Use PHARYNGEAL in Word Games
PHARYNGEAL is worth 19 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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