TURMERIC
/ˈtjuː.m(ə).ɹɪk/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of TURMERIC
An Indian plant, Curcuma longa, with aromatic rhizomes, part of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae).
The pulverized rhizome of the turmeric plant, used for flavoring and to add a bright yellow color to food.
A yellow to reddish-brown dye extracted from the turmeric plant.
Word Details
Is TURMERIC a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TURMERIC is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TURMERIC uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TURMERIC
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | u | r | m | e | r | i | c | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TURMERIC
100 words from the letters in TURMERIC
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How to Use TURMERIC in Word Games
TURMERIC is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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