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Word: INTERMAXILLARY

✓ Valid Scrabble Word
I 1 N 1 T 1 E 1 R 1 M 3 A 1 X 8 I 1 L 1 L 1 A 1 R 1 Y 4
Length 14 letters
Syllables 6
Pronunciation /ɪnterˈmæksɪllæri/
Frequency Rare
Scrabble 26 pts
WWF Score 29 pts

📊 Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 6
Consonants 8
Unique Letters 10
Top Tile X (8 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Master
Spelling Pitfalls Remember the double letters "LL". It is easy to miss one during high-speed play.
Board Strategy This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

Definition of INTERMAXILLARY

Adjective
  1. Between the maxillae.
Noun
  1. An intermaxilla or premaxilla.

Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Wiktionary.

📜 Word Pattern Notes

This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.

🗣️ Example Sentences

  • "She described the concept as somewhat "intermaxillary", surprising the rest of the board members."
  • "The referee verified that "intermaxillary" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."

💡 Interesting Word Trivia & Facts

Contains the letter "X", one of the rarest and highest scoring tiles in Scrabble, carrying a base value of up to 10 points.

🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips

Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.

Dictionary Validity

Dictionary Lexicon Status Base Value
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) ✗ Invalid 26 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) ✓ Valid 26 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) ✗ Invalid 29 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is INTERMAXILLARY a valid Scrabble word?
INTERMAXILLARY is not a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is INTERMAXILLARY worth in Scrabble?
In Scrabble, INTERMAXILLARY is worth 26 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 29 points.
How many syllables are in INTERMAXILLARY?
There are 6 syllables in INTERMAXILLARY.

🔗 Common Phrases & Idioms

Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INTERMAXILLARY:

  • # the intermaxillary effect
  • # master of intermaxillary
  • # playing with intermaxillary
  • # in terms of intermaxillary

Anagrams

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Hook Words

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Word Family

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