PSALTERIES
10 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of PSALTERIES
A zither-like musical instrument consisting of a soundboard with multiple strings, played by plucking the strings with the fingers or a plectrum.
"And at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem they sought the Levites out of all their places, to bring them to Jerusalem, to keep the dedication with gladness, both with thanksgivings, and with singing, with cymbals, psalteries, and with harps. (Nehemiah 12:27, KJV)"
Examples of PSALTERIES in a Sentence
- "And at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem they sought the Levites out of all their places, to bring them to Jerusalem, to keep the dedication with gladness, both with thanksgivings, and with singing, with cymbals, psalteries, and with harps. (Nehemiah 12:27, KJV)"
Word Details
Is PSALTERIES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PSALTERIES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PSALTERIES uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PSALTERIES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | s | a | l | t | e | r | i | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PSALTERIES
100 words from the letters in PSALTERIES
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How to Use PSALTERIES in Word Games
PSALTERIES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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