PASTORAL
/ˈpæs.tə.ɹəl/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of PASTORAL
A poem describing the life and manners of shepherds; a poem in which the speakers assume the character of shepherds; an idyll; a bucolic.
A cantata relating to rural life; a composition for instruments characterized by simplicity and sweetness; a lyrical composition the subject of which is taken from rural life.
A letter of a pastor to his charge; specifically, a letter addressed by a bishop to his diocese.
Of or pertaining to shepherds or herders of other livestock
Relating to rural life and scenes
"We were living a pastoral life."
Relating to the care of souls, to the pastor of a church or to any local religious leader charged with the service of individual parishioners, i.e. a priest or rabbi.
"pastoral duties; a pastoral letter"
Examples of PASTORAL in a Sentence
- "We were living a pastoral life."
- "pastoral duties; a pastoral letter"
Word Details
Is PASTORAL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PASTORAL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PASTORAL uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PASTORAL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | a | s | t | o | r | a | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PASTORAL
100 words from the letters in PASTORAL
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How to Use PASTORAL in Word Games
PASTORAL is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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