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CALIF

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
A 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
F 4/4

Definition of CALIF

noun

The political leader of the Muslim world, successor of Muhammad's political authority, not religious or spiritual.

"The Abbasid caliphs patronized art and science beside religious developments ushering in the Islamic Golden Age when their capital Baghdad began to flourish as a center of knowledge, culture and trade."

Examples of CALIF in a Sentence

  • "The Abbasid caliphs patronized art and science beside religious developments ushering in the Islamic Golden Age when their capital Baghdad began to flourish as a center of knowledge, culture and trade."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is CALIF a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CALIF is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: CALIF uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CALIF

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter calif Total
Scrabble 31114 10
WWF 41214 12

How to Use CALIF in Word Games

CALIF is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CALIF is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CALIF to find 16 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CALIF

What does CALIF mean?
CALIF is a noun. The political leader of the Muslim world, successor of Muhammad's political authority, not religious or spiritual.
Is CALIF a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CALIF is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CALIF worth in Scrabble?
CALIF is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CALIF?
You can make 16 words from the letters in CALIF. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.