Is Heterozygote a Scrabble Word? Yes

Yes, "Heterozygote" is a valid Scrabble word worth 28 points. The letters H, Y, and Z are the highest scoring tiles in this word, with the Z being worth a whopping 10 points. Contrary to popular belief, Scrabble does allow scientific and medical terms such as "Heterozygote" to be played on the board. So, if you have the chance to play this word in your next game, go for it!


Definition for the word Heterozygote.

  • (genetics) an organism having two different alleles of a particular gene and so giving rise to varying offspring (noun)

Is Heterozygote a Valid Scrabble Word?

Yes Heterozygote is a valid Scrabble word.


Scrabble Point Value of Heterozygote: 28 Points
Words with Friends Point Value of Heterozygote: 27 Points


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