Word: ALPHA
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Definition of ALPHA
- The name of the first letter of the Greek alphabet (ฮ, ฮฑ), followed by beta. In the Latin alphabet it is the predecessor to A.
- Latin alpha
- The name of the symbols ฮ and ฮฑ used in science and mathematics, often interchangeable with the symbols when used as a prefix.
"I will attempt to make an alpha particle ("ฮฑ-particle") with the Large Hadron Collider."
- Designates the first in an order of precedence.
"I am the alpha male."
- (of person, object or action) exhibiting characteristics of the alpha male/female archetype.
- Designates some bright star, usually the brightest star, of a constellation.
"When space travel becomes feasible, I plan to visit Alpha Centauri."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "alpha", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "alpha" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ALPHA a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ALPHA worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ALPHA? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ALPHA:
- # the alpha effect
- # master of alpha
- # playing with alpha
- # in terms of alpha
Anagrams
Words that contain the exact same letters as ALPHA:
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Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of ALPHA:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (5 Letters)
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Words Starting with A
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