PSALTERY
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of PSALTERY
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 PSALTERY 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 PSALTERY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PSALTERY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PSALTERY uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PSALTERY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | s | a | l | t | e | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 14 |
Anagrams of PSALTERY
Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PSALTERY
100 words from the letters in PSALTERY
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How to Use PSALTERY in Word Games
PSALTERY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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